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| Looking for any information on Greenhafs that lived in Lydbrook and Ruardean, also interested in Elizabeth Barrick born 1847 in Lydbrook. Kev. Kev Scotland |
| Anyone in/or originally from the town of Mitcheldean, Gloucestshire, who knew the Merry family. My father was Austin James Merry and emigrated to Canada, he last visited his home in 1969. I believe my grandfather was William Merry and was married to Charlotte or Lucille Smith or Smithe. My father was one of five brothers and one sister, their names were Dorothy, Cecile, John and not sure of the other brother. My father's one brother emigrated to Africa and a cousin emigrated to Australia around the same time he came to Canada in 1928 or 1929. My father, Austin James (Jack), was in the Canadian Army for several years before WWII and during WWII was stationed for a short time only 20 miles from his parents in 1939. I have an older brother, Austin Hugh Merry who lives in Kingston, Ontario and a sister, Noreen Charlotte McCallen in Toronto. Please send any information however small. Thanks, Carole McDowell (nee Merry) Carole McDowell (nee Merry) Windsor, Ontario Canda |
| Seeking information on Oscar Evelyn STEEL, son of Thomas R STEEL and Sarah Ann BLANCH born 1882. Oscar was my grandfather and left UK about 1900. Understand that for a while he was a member of the Royal Glos. Hussars. Rob Clifton-Steele Sydney, New South Wales Australia |
| I now have a computer e-mail it is becky**bpsinet.com It is no longer 152**webtv.net i am looking for the family of William Louis Loy born in Madison County indiana, He was married to Elizabeth Lloyd. William was born in 1845 died In Marion Indiana, and is buried in Estates of cerenity Cemetery,in Marion Indiana I would appreciate any one that might have any information about this family. William was My Husbands Great Grandfather. Thanks Rebecca Wilson Marion , in USA |
| helou andreja Ljubljana, Slovenia Slovenia |
| I am trying to trace my Grandfather EDMUND HARRIS whose wife LAVINIA KNIGHT died late 1890's leaving 3 children.My father, WALTER FREDRICK, WILLIAM and a daughter OLIVE. the children were raised by families in Clearwell and what became of EDMUND HARRIS is unknown. WILLIAM and WALTER FREDRICK emigrated to New Zealand in the 1920's Evelyn Weaver (nee Harris) Christchurch, New Zealand |
| I am trying to find more about my ancestor, Abraham Hayward, born in 1802 in Mitcheldean and married Martha Huntly in 1836 in Tewkesbury. The eventually settled in America (Michigan). My mother, Cleone Hayward Peet is the great, great granddaugher of Abraham. Any feedback on the parents of Abraham or Martha would be appreciated. Nancy Nancy Gilbert Arlington, Texas USA |
| I am interested in the family, and particularly the forebears, of a John Worgan, of Coleford, who was born in about 1653, and whose father was a William Worgan. Jeremy Hodgkinson Crawley, Sussex England |
| Hello to all my family and friends in the Forest. Jim Nash Millaa Millaa, Queensland Australia |
| I have lived in the forest all my life and resently moved to cornwall. i am trying to find out my family tree of tomlins on my dads side and morgan on my mums one was born in english bicknor and one was brought up in cinderford if you have anyway of helping me pleases contact me. THANKS Kerry Tomlins Cornwall England |
| I am interested in the Davis and James families who had a house on the hill and cottages in the Forest of Dean.Mostly miners. Places of birth are Lea Hamlet 1780 and Lea Bailey 1841 and through to 1881. Also Young family, Ruspidge and Cinderford. Young Bros had Bakery in Cinderford early 1900's Marguerite Young Napier, Hawke's Bay New Zealand |
| Born 1944 to George Lenord Dean and Aino Dean (nee Mullerhoff) brother of Michael Lenord Dean. Uncle was Edwin Fredrick Dean who's daughter was Thelma Dean. George apparently had a son in a prior marrige. I am seeking any information on my fathers background. Peter-John Dean Toronto, Ontario Canada |
| I would like to trace the name Ellwood How did the town of ellwood get its name is my surname from there . was it a saxon village and did the move north to lancashire and cumbria in the 1700 any who can help please email me brian Brian Ellwood christchurch, canterbury new zealand |
| i have some familly tree magazines if some one would like them you would have to collect ilive in ynysybwl regards margaret Margaret jones cardiff, mid glam wales |
| i have lived in the forest most my life. my dadside of the family is Tomlins and my mums is Morgan. im trying to find there family tree and relatives of the past. if youcould help would b greatful. thanks. kerry tomlins turo, cornwall england |
| Updated message. My Genealogy Home Page is now http://www.genealogy.com/users/m/o/r/Ken-S-Morse. In there you will find a tree tracing the MORSE, COOPER, BAILEY and SHERWIN names back to the early 18th century. If you click on the tree and enter F you will see a list of hundreds of names connected with my family which originates from the Forest. If you double-click on any name the relevant portion of the tree will appear. If you right-click on any individual, and select 'Properties' you will see personal details or make that person the Primary Individual. Try it! Would appreciate comments or questions. I have more background information on many of the names. Check out the photographs too! Ken Morse Stoke-on-Trent, Staffs UK |
| We visited the Forest 3 years ago, and would love to return, both for its natural beauty, but also because my grandfather came from Drybrook. George GEORGE COWMEADOW BAUMAN COLUMBUS, OHIO USA |
| Correcting email address. Made a typo. Barry Lewis Pouzy-Mesangy, 03320 France |
| Hi just having a look around. Looking for information on my grandfather William Brown born in Coleford around 1885 1890. Immigrated to New Zealand Approx 1920. Lived at 32 Newland Street Coleford. Sisters Della, KAte and Lil reamined in coleford but sister Winifred also came to New Zealand. His mothers name was Louise.He went to Grammar School in Coleford. Played soccer 1913-1914 which he recieved meadls for. If you have any information on his family still there please email as I would like to get in touch with them. Thank you Christine Lambert (nee Brown) Stokes Valley, Wellington New Zealand |
| I am searching for the family of Henry Allen Lee Born 1936 Wichita Ks, Married Rose Marie Fretag Hanau Germany Retired US Army, Prison Guard, Tacoma Bus Transportation, Last known address 7355 Wilkerson Tacoma His Father was Henry Lee He had three children Michael Lee,Linda Lee, Steven Lee If anyone Knows these relatives please Email or call 309- 764 5089. or 319-355-6165, or write Fred Miller 2620 east 32 st Davenport Iowa, 52807 Fred R. Miller Davenport, Iowa USA |
| Looing for any relatives who had relation s living at Bradninch, Devon . My Family lived at Bradninch from 1697 10 1920. Any imformation on the Rabjohns would be most greatfull. Regards Robert Rabjohns robert Rabjohns Taralga, NSW Australia |
| Born in Lydbrook in 1926. Went to East Dean Grammar. Like to hear from any old friends. Barry Lewis Pouzy-Mesangy, 03320 France |
| Looking for info on the Porter family. Specifically Samuel Porter (born Elberton). Father's name was David. Also looking for information on Mary Jane Rossiter - married Ernest Porter around 1899 - Bristol area. Thanks. Kay Pedrosa Toronto, Ontario Canada |
| I'm looking for information on George Blackwell, Hullasey House, Tarlton Cirencester. One of 10 children born to George (born 1819 in Avening) and Hannah Blackwell (born 1820 Horsley) of Haselcote Farm near Kingscote. His brother Edward took over Hullasey, Geo went to S. Africa circa 1905. Any info welcome. Jane Brown Rocky Mtn House, Alberta Canada |
| I Am Looling For my Great Great Grandfathers Family named Evans.(possibly Evins?) His Name was Frederic Evans Born Glousershire Eng. in 1848. Parents Names Hannah (Tucker) Evans born in 1822& William Evans born in 1823. They were Farmers. His parents were William and Elizabeth (andrews) Evans. Came to America in 1850. Not sure where to Look any help would be appreciated. Sandra Curry Jac kson, Michigan USA |
| I am researching the following: EMANUEL TREHERNE (collier) & EVA JAMES married August 1880 at Parkend Baptist Chapel; Also their fathers THOMAS TREHERNE (labourer) and ADAM JAMES (woodman) both possibly residing in the West Dean area Thanks. Alan Treherne Oadby, Leicestershire England |
| just starting out and need help trying to find information about George Alden & Rosena Welch who were married in Westbury on Severn 9.8.1866 and lived in Newnham Rgds john davies ipswich, suffolk uk |
| LOOKING FOR CARPENTER'S My great, great-grandfather was George Carpenter born 1833-1835 at Longhope. Son of an unmarried lady by the name of Elizabeth Carpenter. George married Elizabeth Barnard at Drybrook, in 1857. George and Elizabeth had the following children:- George - Baptised 14 Aug, 1859 Alfred - Baptised 29 Sept, 1861 Alice - Baptised 6 Aug, 1865 William - Baptised 27 Oct, 1867 David Allen - Baptised 19 March, 1871 Annie Elizabeth - Baptised 22 Feb, 1874 Emily Jane - Born about 1876-1877 William - Baptised 27 Oct, 1867 was my great-grandfather.He married Caroline Smith at Drybrook on 2 Aug 1898. William and Caroline had the following children:- Annie Elizabeth, born 30 Sept, 1895, Mitcheldean, died 1982. Annie was my grandmother. George Henry, born 1897, died 1966. Charlotte Amy, Born 1899, died 1899. Clara May, born 1900, died 1986. Eunice, born 1905, died 1910. William Harold, born 1980, died 1979. Ethel Kathleen, born 1914, died 1997. Looking forward to hearing from you. Linda Ferris (nee Maller) ex-Lydney lass. Linda Ferris Northallerton, North Yorkshire England |
| JONES I am looking for information on Mercy Jones. Mercy was born about 1803 but I have no idea where she was born. Mercy married Thomas Yerzzley (Yearsley) on 2 June, 1827 at Awre with Blakeney. Mercy and Thomas had the following children:- Walter - no information. Charlotte ann - born 1828, baptised 2 Nov, 1828 at Awre with Blakeney. George Edward - baptised 7 Aug, 1836 at Awre with Blakeney. Mercy was buried at Awre, 14 Aug, 1836, aged 43 yrs. Looking forward to any replies. Linda Ferris. Linda Ferris Northallerton, Northyorkshire England |
| WINTLE My great, great-grandmother was Eliza Wintle,born apprx. 1840, Chapel Hill, Monmonth. Eliza's parents were Joseph and Eliza (nee Collyer,Collier) Wintle. Joseph was born about 1803 in Westbury on Severn. Joseph married Eliza at Newlands on 17 May, 1838. Joseph was a widower when he married Eliza. I belive, Joseph's parents were Daniel and Elizabeth Wintle from Westbury. Hope somebody out there can help me with my research, as I have come to a dead end. From an ex-Lydney lass Linda Ferris (nee Maller) Linda Ferris Northallerton, North Yorkshire England |
| I know you all might find this pointless but i currently live in the Forest & find it a very quiet & peaceful area (with or without the sheep). Iv lived her since Oct '88 (born 1986). I class it as home (my home is on the Whitecroft rd of Bream looking on over towards Whitecroft, Pillowell and Yorkley you can also see some of Cinderford) even though i dont orginate from the Forest. But if i cant find any where outside the Forest to live i will probally live here for the rest of my life. I find the views from Plump Hill very preety (overlooking Gloucester & Cinderford) & i would probally buy a house in the middle of the wood there as its so quiet. All in all the Forest of Dean is a lovely area & shouldnt be spoilt by people building houses everywhere it damages the view. Gaz (Gareth) O'Leary Bream, Gloucstershire U.K |
| My grandparents were George Sleeman and Emily Taylor from Ruardean Hill. I would be grateful for anyinformation on these families. Remembering about 50 yrs ago being taken 40 miles from Blaenavon to a doctor in St Bravails, the only doctor my grandmother would trust. I think he was Dr Nanda, probably from India. I have often wondered how he set up in St Bravails - might be an interesting story. John Harrington London, UK |
| Am researching the CLIFFORD family who had a farm at Drybrook in the 19th century. Eliza VERRY married William CLIFFORD and had William Henry Clifford and several daughters. Wonder if any of them stayed in the FOD area. Adrian Verry Turakina New Zealand |
| looking up GUNTER family from and around the F of D, any help is appreciared Philip Gunter Sydney, New South Wales Australia |
| I am researching my roots in the Coleford & West Dean areas including the following families: ADAMS, ASTON, BROWN, GARDINER, INNES, HAWKINS, MILES, RUDGE, TEAGUE. Gareth Henson Cardiff, Wales |
| I looking for anybody who might have conections to William Taylor who married Emma Jordan from Milkwall or surrounding area`s of The Forrest of Dean any info would be much appreciated. suzanne townsend cardiff, south glamorgan u k |
| hi there browsing the site for any pembro's or stephens familys. from woolaton netherend eastdean areas of the f.o.d. in particular jessie stephens/ nora stephens circa 1900/1/2/3/. also does any one know where yew tree farm is, it appears on the 1881 census. thanks in advance brian. brian london, u.k. |
| I am researching two families in particular from the Forest of Dean. My Edwards family has its origins in Newent (1770's) but later Staunton, and Lydbrook. The family is extensive, with branches being located in New Zealand, United States, Western Australia and NSW. My Howell family originates from Newent (1770's) and later from Lane End, Coleford. Three branches have been identified as emigrating to NSW and Victoria. I have uploaded web sites for both of these families and should any interested parties wish to obtain further information or the web addresses, I may be contacted on the email address provided. Chris O'Sullivan Sydney, NSW Australia |
| Researching people who had connections with my family home at The Scowles Coleford since 1800. The Scowles came under Newland parish, Names include: Edward Dance (owner 1858), Mary Fortescue-Brickdale (founder of Scowles School), Sir Charles Fortescue-Brickdale, Thomas Tillings, Jane Trotter William Roberts (Coleford Solicitor) Elizabeth James (owned house 1840), Thomas Trotter (Coleford businessman), Thomas Birt Trotter (Is this the same person as named above?). Thanks for any help. Colin Stephens Coleford, Glos England |
| I have a John Elton born around 1777 who md. in Evesbatch 1811 & died in Castle Frome 1824. 'Trying to find his birth and parents. There is a John Elton born to Francis & Betty (Woodcock) Elton in Kempley, Glouc. about that time. They had a rather large family. I'm wondering if there is any particular reason historically that would have moved John Elton from Kempley up north a bit at that time. It would be nice to make this connection. Thanks SUSAN CAMPBELL, CA USA |
| I'm looking for any help I can find on my Dean Family. My great grandfather was Joseph Wiley Dean born 10/3/1871 in Alabama. He married Anna Catherine Parker on May 3, 1899 in Polock, LA. She was born 3/5/1883 in Winfield, La Amy Dean Boyer Gillette, WY USA |
| Where are you based Barry Greengrow Lydney, Glos U.K. |
| Hi everyone, I know that Newnham is not strictly F.O.D., but it's close enough!! So here goes! I am looking for any info on the Dally/Dalleys of Newnham circa 1700-1800. I have a Richard and Sarah Dally born circa 1730 ish. and their family from the IGI. If you have any links or further info. please contact me. Regards, Gwyn Dalley Gwyn Dalley Southend On Sea, Essex England |
| (Canadian) I am looking for any information on the PARNHAM family. Pre 1800's. Last known info is that William Parnham of England married Susan Earle of Scotland in the 1800's. send an email if you know anything of this branch in my tree. Nicole Lovrics Nicole Lovrics Perth, Australia |
| Hi, I'm looking for the ancestors of REGINALD CHARLES BLOXSOME, lived in AYLEFORD near BLAKENEY (C20th) and worked as a coal miner at Eastern United mine. He was married to LILLIAN GLADYS DAVIES and died in 1968. His family come from STROUD I believe. Iain Macfarlane Bristol, UK |
| Ancestors back to 1700's from in & around Forest of Dean. Still researching and enjoying it. Maxine Tyrrell England |
| I am looking for any ancestors or descendants of Thomas Harding b.approx 1834 who married a Johannah, surname unknown, about 1854. They had children Louise(a), Elizabeth (Bess), Ellen (Nellie), Charlotte, Thomas, and Albert. They lived in the Forest of Dean area and in the 1881 Census were in Ruardean. I would appreciate any help. Thanks. Pauline Sims canterbury, Kent England |
| Found lot's of contact's searching for the same name as i am(Hemms,Yemms) Thank's for an excellent site. Glenys Palmer Bath, Avon England |
| I AM LOOKING FOR ANY ONE WHO MAY HAVE KNOWN MY FATHER JACK WOODBURN D.O.B 14/8/1909 MY FATHER WAS FROM CUMBRIA HE HAD 7 DAUGHTERS BEFOR HE MET MY MOTHER. MY GRANDPARENCE SURE NAME WAS SHAW. IF YOU HAVE ANY INFO I WOULD BE VERY GREATFUL GINA SATTERLY Wednesday, October 03, 2001 at 05:17:53 |
| I've posted here before but wanted to update my email address. I am still interested in any information about Franklins in Gloucestershire specifically connected with Ruardean. Any help is appreciated. James James W. Franklin Shippensburg, PA USA |
| I've posted here before but wanted to update my email address. I am still interested in any information about Franklins in Gloucestershire specifically connected with Ruardean. Any help is appreciated. James James W. Franklin Shippensburg, PA USA |
| I am looking for info on Thomas Wade Stephens born 1822 in Coleford Forest of Dean. His father was Thomas and a saddler. The smallest info wellcome. Lynda. lynda Gamil Southport, England |
| a very nice CLEAR site. Anyone with Bannister [of Lydney] or Vaughan [of Whitecroft/newland/redbrook] on their tree, around 1700 - 1820, might benefit by contacting me cheers philip vaughan uk |
| thanks to all the people who have helped me with the hale family, this is a great site, i will pop back fromtime to time. brian brian london, uk. |
| thanks to all the people who have helped me with the hale family, this is a great site, i will pop back fromtime to time. brian brian london, uk. |
| very nice page. i am here to look up my family history on the Wakefield jeff wakefield centerville, ia usa |
| We are searching for William Brain who was born in Forest of Dean about 1828. We found him and his wife Mary Ann Smith in the 1861 census of Dudley. They had four sons, Edward, William,(our grandfather) Christopher and Thomas.We found them later in the 1881 cesus of Low Spennymoor in Durham. William Brain's wife Mary Ann Smith was born in Oldbury Staffordshire. Our main interest is finding William and Mary Ann's parents and siblings. Edna Brain Edna Brain Victoria, British Columbia Canada |
| Great site. Looking for Vestall or Vestal relations. Pat Vestal Kernersville, North Carolina United states |
| Berryhill Secondary School 1976-1977. People I remember are Andrew Page, Gordon Baglin, Mark Elsmore, Julie Thomas and Erica Lear. Steve Scouse Thomas Bristol, Avon UK |
| Looking for Smiths related to George and Elizabeth (nee Aston) Smith of Broadwell near Coleford, who came to NZ about 1905. Gordon Smith New Zealand |
| ARTHUR W.E. PERRY-I'm looking for information on my g-grandfather Arthur PERRY b.1872 Howle Hill.Father's name-Thomas L. PERRY Mother's name-Ann BIRD PERRY.Arthur was in the U.S. by 1895 and died in 1899. I'm looking for information on his parents or siblings. and could anyone tell me if I could write somewhere to get a copy of his birth certificate? Thanks! Dawn Fear Cook Monkey Island, Oklahoma U.S.A. |
| I lived in the Forest over 20yrs ago, moved from Bristol and lived there for 7yrs, where I made lifetime friends.I now live in Venus Florida, your website brought back happy memories. Thank You, Colin D Calway. Colin D. Calway Ve nus, FL United States |
| I am trying to find out more about my family tree but I have only got as far as John Marion Dean from the middle 1800s. If you have any information please contact me. Jason Allen Dean Sheveport, Louisiana Caddo Parish |
| The Nottingham 'clan' of Richings'are all related through Arthur Richings(b 7 June 1880, d. 1971)son of William (b. 1834) and Ruth Shewell. William Richings' father was Thomas (b. 1802, married Sarah Wright)and his father was John (married Elisabeth Hesmoncote (?) - dates uncertain. Any further information would be greatly appreciated. Jeremy Richings Nottingham, England |
| I was born in Copiah county MS. to Lucius Edwin Dean and Evelyn Odom Dean. He from Lauderdale Co. MS she, from Butler County Ala. He the son of Clarence and Mollie Dean, grandson of Benjamin Buchanan Buck Dean, born Nov. 25, 1856, died Feb. 10, 1920. Buck's wife, Olive Ozella Butler Dean, born Aug. 3, 1861, died Feb. 7, 1936. Bobby Lloyd Dean Abilene, TX USA |
| I am researching the names Abia Cindery of' Nail Bridge',Forest of Dean,Thomas Hatton of ' Drybrook 'and Ellen Daniels, Thomas or Ellen could have originated around Bedwell C.1840 -1875. I would appreciate any information however little of value as I am having difficulty in finding info' on Thomas and Ellen in particular. Michael Watson Eastbourne, Sussex England |
| My Great grand father William Davis was born 1841 in Reading, his parents were James Davis and Elizabeth (Eliza) Parker, she was born in Flaxley,found William as a 10 year old at Belle View school South Hamlets? in the 1851 census for Gloucester Eliza and her 2nd husband Edmund Smith are there also in Minsterworth.Any descendants out there? Pauline Poustie Middlesbrough, Cleveland England |
| Seeking info on Emma Robinson, b. abt 1845 in Abenhall, Glos. England. Date and place of death,decendants, etc. any details will be greatly appreciated. RalphBullock Newburgh, New York USA |
| researching the Field family lydney and alesburton celia davies porthcawl ,bridgend county, bridgend wales |
| I am researching the family history of the Cann and Cowmeadow families from the Forest of dean region. My wife's ancestor Alfred Cann emigrated around 1885-1890 for Drybrook area to Cambria County Pa, we want to find more about his ancestors. Any help would be appreciated. Karl SPrenger Indiana , Pennsylvania USA |
| hi,can anyone out there give me any info on a family who lived at eastdean waterworks, littledean glos they could be my relation, who i am looking for.i know they lived there from the early 1940s i have definate proof they were there on 22/6/1942. and last recall meeting them in the 1960s when they came to visit my family i was only a small child then. i think there name was :- hales he was william or gwilliam known as will. his wife was nora nee stephens , she had a sister called jessie, they were possibily from the monmouth area originally. if you have any of these people in your family tree or know of them could you please email me. heartbreak113**hotmail.com thanks brian brian london, u.k. |
| I have Family Tree magazines 1989 to 1999 [most years complete] to give away free to anyone willing to collect them from my address near Lydney Lindsey Blake-Mizen Lydney, Glos UK |
| My Great Grandfather, James Gildroy or Gilderoy, was supposed to have been born in Newcastle, Northumberland, England. He worked as a sinker in the mining industry in the Forest of Dean. There he met my Great Grandmother, Elizabeth Jane Watts. They supposedly eloped in 1863 and came to the U.S. a year later. I'd appreciate any information on both of them. Clara A. Weil Richland, WA U.S.A. |
| In Slater's Directory of Gloucestershire-Coleford, 1852, I was pleased to find my Great-Great Grandfather's name, John Watts, jun., Whitecliff. I have been in contact with 2 descendants who live in the area, but I have wondered if the Watts Pottery is still there. Also, I've heard that the home of the potter of Whitecliff is now a bed and breakfast. Is this true? Please forward any information on this family and the questions above to me. My distant relatives haven't been able to answer these for me. Sincerely Clara Weil Clara A. Weil Richland, WA, Benton U.S.A. |
| Any information on my great grandfather Henry (Harry) East. Believe the East's still reside in the Forest of Dean, but unsure where. Angela Griffiths Neath, Wales |
| Searching for information on BARNARD family in Forest of Dean area in the 1800's. Would like to learn date of birth, name of parents, name of wife for John BARNARD who died in 1879, leaving behind a wife and many children (Clement, Job, George Arthur, Beatrice, Flora, Theophilus, Naboth, John Mathias, and Arthur). The story we hear is that this John Barnard's father was known as the strongest man in the area and killed himself in a wager by carrying sacks of heavy corn up a steep hill. Joanne Barnard Victoria, BC Canada |
| Hello there I have just started my family tree, which seem to originate in Hereford. Then today my mother gave me some information that she had. And I wondered if anyone can remember this person who was my Nan's brother. The funeral of James Gladwyn took place at the Hereford Cemetery. From: Hill View Chess Grove Long Hope Gloucester Service conducted by Rev P Wood James joined the Welsh Fusiliers at 17, and served in Ireland, India, Malta, France and Italy. Awarded the DCM and the IMV in Italy he was presented with a watch by the King of Italy. He was severely wounded and was in hospital for 2 years. Discharged for medical reasons. Jim worked as a forester in the Forest Of Dean. When WW2 broke out he joined up with the Suffolk regiment and held rank as acting Major. He was a keen member of the garden club. A member of the Ancient Order Of Foresters Friendly Association being Chief Ranger. A brother: Captain Joe. H. Gladwyn retired and sister Mrs Marion Wanklin survived him Joe and Jim were both foresters. I would really like to know where they both originate from. Very easy site to navigate Regards Kathy Kathy Birmingham, West Midlands England |
| I'm interested in any Hatton/Hatten information. Also, one I cannot find WALLBY/WALBY ? from Gloucester/Hereford Ernest Hatton USA |
| I am interested in the social history of the Forest of Dean and particularly in the history of the Aston family. Would like to contact anyone with knowlege of the historical resources available. Richard Aston San Francisco, California USA |
| Looking for information on my 2nd great grandparents - George MOLSON or MOULSON who was born in England. He married Annie CLUTTERBUCK who was also born in (Gloucester??) England. Their son, John Henry MOLSON or MOULSON was born 01 Jan. 1874 in Mitchledean, Gloucestershire, England. He immigrated to Toronto, York, Ontario, Canada sometime before 1910. He married Clara WHITE in Canada. She was from in Sileby, Leicestershire, England. It is said that George died while John was young and Annie remarried. I don't know if they had any other children. My grandmother who is 90, doesn't remember anything about her father's family. Diane Goldhammer Auburn, California United States |
| My grandmother came from the Forest of Dean. Her name was Louisa Penn. Originally I believe her maiden name was Waseley. I know she had a sister Edith who married a Wilf Bishop and went to live in Pontypool. I would really like to research my family tree, so if anyone knows anything please e-mail me. Thankyou anita tanner Porth, Mid Glamorgan Wales |
| Browsing, chasing my ancestors Peter Whittington Perth, West Aust Australia |
| Endeavouring to trace members of family. My g/grandfather Tom born 1847, married Rosannah Apperly. Died 15th June 1923 Blackball New Zealand. 10 children, one Tom, born 30th November 1872, Ruspage, Cinderford, Westbury on Severn.Moved to NZ and married Harriet Bell.two children.Evelyn and May. I visited Cinderford August 2000, but was short of time to follow up the sparce information I have. Look forward to hearing from anyone who can get me on the trail. many thanks Ian jackson Ian Jackson Warkworth, Auckland New Zealand |
| I am researching Knight family from Awre, Blakeney area, also information on Severn Bridge Rail Disaster (1960s) relative killed in it. Other names include Moss< Sealey Bronwyn Fraley UK |
| Beginning to research the WARD family for my aunt who is 87 years young. Her father, William George WARD was born 6 April 1886 or 1885 in the Forest of Dean. Eldest of 10 children. Married Mabel Florence JONES who was b. 1 Nov. 1891 in the area of Caerphilly Castle, Wales. They were married at Edge End, Forest of Dean. George died: 26 Jan. 1959. Occupation: Miner. Suffered from peritonitis while down the mine - almost died. William's father was also a William George WARD. That is all I know. Would love to hear from anyone researching the same family or from anyone able to shed light on this family. Also helpful websites would be appreciated. Thank-you. Glenda. Glenda Martin Mount Hope, Ontario Canada |
| Ruth's story was fascinating, and, as a bonus, it had part of a poem for which I have been searching. Does anyone know the rest of I wish I lived in a caravan? Neil Staffordshire Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 01:12:40 |
| To Ian Thomas Re: your message Please try either chademi**totalserve or chademi**hotmail.com For the person requesting info on Thomas Wilce Thomas Wilce married to Harriotte Watkins May 1st 1866 at Westbury-on-Severn Church. Tom the son of the above was born 18th March 1867 at half past eleven in the morning John Sidney Wilce born july 2nd 1868 at eleven in the morning Frank Wilce born Oct 20th 1869 at half past six in the morning Minie Isabel Wilce born 22nd July 1873 at quarter past five in the morning Lucy Eli\abeth Wilce born 21st July 1874 at quarter to ten at night Miles Wilce born 22nd Feb. 1876 at quarter to 9 at night Florence Alice Wilce born Sep 18th 1878 at 8 in the morning Edwin Wilce born Nov 2nd 1880 at two oclock in the day Edward Wilce born Nov 2nd 1880 at 5 oclock in the day Walter Wilce born May 17th 1881 at 4 oclock in the morning Catherine Wilce born May 14th 1883 at 2 oclock in the morning From angela Angela McConaghy (nee Wilce) Blyth, Northumberland E |
| Re message to Angela Wilce. Note corrected email address. Ian Thomas Yorkley England |
| Re message to Angela Wilce. Note corrected email address. Ian Thomas Yorkley England |
| A MESSAGE FOR ANGELA WILCE. I attempted to contact you via the email address given but it was rejected and returned to me. I have information if you wish to contact me. Ian Thomas Yorkley England |
| I am interested in the name HAYWARD who came from Newent then moved to Gloucester city. Mrs Jean Hayward London, Surrey England |
| My great great great grandfather came from Ruardean his name was William Wilce born around 1801-1803 Awre, in Gloucestershire, I have been unable to find any records of his birth, also that of his son Elijah Wilce, born approx 1830 possibly in Awre he had a brother that I know of called William after his father, his mother was called Elizabeth who was also born in Awre Gloucestershire 1800-1801. Can't find any traces of any further siblings, can anyone help me. Angela Wilce Blyth, Northumberland England |
| I am looking for parents of Benjamin Jordan married to Prudence. Lived in Maisemore in 1840's. Also any reference to a John Deane, wife Maria. The latter seemed to have moved around Glos a lot! Sybil Farrell Coulsdon, Surrey UK |
| I AM SEARCHING FOR MY WIFES GREAT GREAT GRANDPARENTS AND RELATIVES. WILLIAM BALDWIN WHO MARRIED WINIFRED MARFELL IN FOREST OF DEAN. HER GREAT GRANDFATHER WAS JOSEPH WINIFRED BALDWIN WHO CAME TO AUSTRALIA IN THE 1880'S. HE WAS 16 IN 1881 AND WITH AN UNCLE NAMED SADLER FOR THE CENSUS. HIS BROTHER FREDERICK b1862, WAS 18 IN 1881 AND HE MARRIED A WIDOW WITH CHILDREN AND DIED AT OAKGROVE, DRYBROOK 1938. i BELIEVE THE WAS AT LEAST A SISTER ANN b1860. WE HAVE A PHOTOGRAPH OF WINIFRED MARFELL'S MOTHER. WILL BE MOST GRATEFUL FOR ANY INFORMATION AT ALL. THANKYOU IN ADVANCE AND FOR THIS GREAT PAGE. ROBERT IAN O'LOUGHLIN FRANKSTON SOUTH, VICTORIA 3199 AUSTRALIA |
| I am trying to trace my uncle, Leonard LASSMAN who was a teacher in a senior school in the Forest of Dean area, also any children of his. Anybody with knowledge of him or location of his family please contact me Robert Lassman Yandina, Queensland Australia |
| My father, James John Bullock was born in Mitcheldean on June 9, 1880. On a visit several years back we found some family records in the rectory records at Longhope. Can you suggest additional possible sources? Thanking you for any efforts or information. Sincerely, Ralph L. Bullock Ralph L. Bullock Newburgh, New York USA |
| my mother traced her Packer line to a Sir Robert Packer about 1535. Have picture of a Packer castle that was used as a hospital during WW2. Know nothing of Dean line. Robert Packer Dean Gilford, New Hampshire United States |
| I am looking for information and help with the following surnames. HYATT/HYETT, HAYES, HENRY, BOURNE, GREENWOOD, EGAN, MISKELL/MESKILL, JOHN, WALTON, PUGH and WARD. Would swap information with anyone who is also searching for help with these surnames. Thanks in advance for your help. Bye for now from Sandra, Wales. sandra evans port talbot, glamorgan wales |
| I am trying to trace my father's parents. Father Edwin Brown, born Llandogo and Mother Louisa Anne Mansell but cannot find out where she was born. My father was Charles Victor Brown born in Lower Meend, St Briavels and had three brothers and two sisters - Stan, John (Jack), Albert, Winnie and May. All are deceased except for May. Would be grateful for any help. Maureen Coughlin (nee Brown) Friday, August 17, 2001 at 04:20:59 |
| Maiden name is Hathaway - our family name is associated with the Forest of Dean, Ruardean and St. Briavels Castle. Very interesting website! Sally Moore Lakeland, Florida USA |
| Looking for Roberts family of Woolaston as early as 1600. My Thomas Roberts was b. 1600, son of John Roberts, who apprenticed him to the fishmonger's Guild of London 1615. Thos. emigrated to the Amer. colony of New Hampshire and was a first settler of Dover with the Hilton brothers. Betty Hamner San Antonio, Texas USA |
| I am trying to learn something about my great-grandfather who was born in the Forest of Dean but that's all I know. Where do I go for help? His name was George Henry Dixon but I believe he changed his name from Ball to Dixon, along with his father Samuel at some point. Have no idea why at all. Karen Burton Newcastle upon Tyne, England |
| Greetings from New Zealand. My father-in-law and his family lived at Berry Hill. He is Ronald Thomas (Ron) Powell. He has been in New Zealand for over 40 years, now, but still tells wonderful stories of his childhood in the Forest. If you wish to make contact, please let me know and I will pass messages on to him. Jan Powell Nelson, New Zealand |
| I am looking for a family that had ties to the Newent parish, ie christenings and burials. They were Francis DAVIS married to Eleanor ROBERTS on 10 Feb 1784 in Oxenhall. Children Elizabeth, Caroline (buried in Newent in 1815) James, and John (christened in Newent 1798) I am not sure if there were others but these are the ones I know about. Any info apprecieated. Sherri Salmans California USA |
| Tracing Vaughan family from Woolaston and Tidenham 19th century. Thrilled to find this site. Any info please. Muriel Vaughan Clevedon, N, Somerset England |
| I am tracing family of William BARNETT born 1782 Staunton, Gls. Children of first wife, Mary KNIGHT, were Edwin born 1816, Henry b 1817, James b 1823 and Mary Ann b 1826 the former three all emigrating to New Zealand with their families. Children of second wife, Margaret OWENS, were Ann b 1829 and Thomas b 1833. Thomas and family were still living in Monmouth in 1881. Family story has the Barnett family backing the wrong side in the Monmouth Rebellion and losing all their land. Any way of verifying this? Colleen Moore Wellsford, Auckland New Zealand |
| My grandmother's married name was Louisa Penn. I believe her maiden name was Wasley, or similar. She was originally from the Forest of Dean, she had a sister Edith who married a Wilf Bishop. My grandmother died in 1972? I believe my grandfather's first name was John. I never knew him and would like some information on both my grandparents Anita Tanner Porth, Rhondda, Mid Glamorgan Wales |
| I am looking for the whereabouts of Lara Waller. Last known to live with her parents in English Bicknor. Where is she now? michael andrusis Atascocita, Texas United States |
| i'm looking for info about a couple who lived at the water works in the forrest of dean. all i know is their names she was Nora Stephens before marriage and her husband was william i dont know his surname. they were still living there in the early 1960s. i would think that they are passed now as i believe they were born around the early 1900s. Any info please email me heartbreak113**hotmail.com brian london u.k. |
| Looking for ancestors of Jesse Dean born about 1750 in North Carolina, USA. Progenitors most likely from Forest of Dean general area. Would appreciate any infomation on Dean ancestry from England! Thanks. John W. Dean Ocoee, Florida USA |
| has anyone ever heard of an Andrew Clark lived in Londonderry Ireland,with wife unknown, and had a son named Thomas Clark. Either Thomas b. in Ireland abt. 1769 or 1770 came to Us and to Kentucky when he was grown or his family Andrew and wife unknown brought him to Ky. earlier. Thomas and his wife unknown settled in Ky abt 1788 and raised 7 children there including my great grandfather James Clark. James was the oldest and in 1820 James Clark and his fathter Thomas Clark migrated to Morgan co in where they were some of the very first settlers in the new county and land owners. In 1826 my James m. Elizabeth Ladd my great grandmother. The names of James siblings were Nancy Clark, Mary Polly Clark, Margaret Peggy Clark, Jane Clark, Andrew Clark, and Linda Siney Clark. As the children matured they all eventually came to Indiana and married in various counties, some going back to Iowa in later years. Any information about irishman Andrew Clark whose name they tell me in Gaelic was Andeweler Clark would be so very very welcome. Thanks Patsie M. Hatley Tustin , Ca USA |
| Hi I am searching for the siblings and mother of my great, great grandfather Thomas Clark b. in Ireland prob.1769 and migrated to the usa, and to Kentucky prob. in 1788 with his wife unknown. He and wife unknown raised 7 children including my great grandfather James Clark b. Aug 29 1789, the other children were Nancy Clark b.Ky m. to Simeon J Rodrick, Mary Polly clark ky m. to Thomas Farley, Margaret Peggy Clark b.Ky m. to Jonathon Gilbert, Jane Clark b.Ky m. to John Vancliff, my James Clark b Ky m. to Elizabeth Ladd, Andrew Clark b. ky m. to Nancy Odell, and Linda Siney Clark b Ky and m. to Jacob Cutler. Any info most highly appreciated. Patsie M. Hatley Tustin, Ca USA |
| see you soon anthony phillips ebbw vale, gwent |
| Hello from Delmar, NY(outside of Albany) My great grandfather, James Roy was born April 1, 1846 Nantyglo. He married Ann(a) Morgan on April 26, 1868 in Holy Trinity Drybrook and lived in the Morse. His father was William who was a mason. Ann's father's name was Thomas who was a collier. William J Jones Jr Delmar, NY USA |
| I am looking for details of my gtx 2 grandparents. Their son John Lewis lived in Brains Green, Forest of Dean, Glos. in 1881 according to the census. I don't have any details of his parents or siblings. Help and information appreciated. Carole Nunn Rochester , Kent UK |
| I am trying to find out about my early family.My grandfather was Charles Gough (b.1860ish).He eventually moved to Gloucester where most of my recent relatives come from.He had six children and my father,John Verdun Gough was the youngest. Paul Gough St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex England |
| Oops I forgot to add that the branch of the Herefordshire County Bank was in Coleford and that the family lived there. Thank you Pat Z. Pat Ziegler Perth, West Australia Australia |
| Searching for any information re Henry NICHOLS and his sons Charles Francis NICHOLS b C1840 and David Andrew NICHOLS b 1844. They were Roman Catholics, if that is any help. Henry was the Manager of the Herefordshire County Banking Company in 1839. I have been unable to find out who Henry was married to or when he died. Any assistance would be gratefully received. Thanks Pat Z. Pat Ziegler Perth, West Australia Australia |
| I'm looking for family history of any Fluitt's which may be relatives of mine..I was estranged from my father for many years, but after his passing this year, I really felt the need to research our family name.. My father, Herbert Fluitt Sr, was born in Wildwood Fla., I don't know his father or mother's name.. any help will be sincerely appreciated.. Herb Fluitt Jr clearwater, florida usa |
| To Ian Thomas. Thanks for replying but you did not give me your e-mail address so I could not mail you with any details. My great uncle went to England around 1900. He was born in 1892. He went as a groomsman to a place called Wantage. He married and had sons, one of them also called Michael who was on the beach at the battle of Dunkirk. I think they eventually moved to Bath but we have never heard anything from them. He was the only son of Michael Bannable and Ann Hyland and had sisters Elizabeth, Hannah, Mary, Catherine and Emily (my grandmother) He was the youngest of the family. If you can give me any information I would be really greatful. Thanking You. Gabrielle Heatley Dublin, Ireland |
| looking for ancestors, greatgrandfather was lamuel benjamin,or benjamin lamuel watkins. Last residents was the Polange Plantation New Roads, Louisiana early 1800's wayne james watkins arnaudville, louisiana us |
| I am trying to trace descendants and family of Joseph Brown b. Ganarew Herefordshire, son of Thos. Brown. Joseph, b.1836 was a Crown Woodman and in 1863 married Ann Jones of Danby(Denbigh?) Lodge at St.Paul's Parkend. In 1881 they plus children were living at the Biblings by the R.Wye at Symonds Yat. Several of the children were born in Staunton, Gloucs.: Sidney b.1868, Alex.b.1869, Frank b.1871, Roger b. 1873, Henry b. 1875, Oliver b. 1877, Susan b. 1879, and b. in Whitchurch: Laura, b.1881 and Leonard,b. 1885, my grandfather. Simeon Brown Stavanger, - Norway |
| trying to find the parents of Andrew Ford, He used to live in Bristol and may still do, wayne collis Penticton, BC Canada |
| Is there anybody out there with the surname BANNABLE or BANABLE or do you happen to know anyone with that name? If you do, perhaps you might contact me. My grandmothers brother Michael went to England around 1900 but I cannot even trace anyone with that surname now. Hope someone out there may be able to help. Thanking you. Gabrielle Heatley Dublin, Ireland |
| Hello from Canada. I am searcing for Henry Jason Owen Harris b. April 18, 1875 in East Dean. His father's name was Charles. Shirley Deasley Newmarket, Ontario Canada |
| My Grandmother Gladys Hale and family originated from Cinderford and I'm looking for family tree information. Very interesting site. Annette Hopkinson Dunedin, New zealand |
| am tracing HENRY AND ELIZA GREGORY (NEE THORNDALL)BIRTH OF THEIR SON MAURICE REGISTRATION DISTRICT OF WESTBURY ON SEVERN 15TH AUGUST 1892 RESIDING IN ELMSTONE HARDWICKE AT THIS TIME WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE? GREAT SITE THANK YOU PAM pam newman new plymouth, new zealand |
| I am tracing the name Hurcum and various spellings from the Gloucester and Chepstow area. If anyone is interested please contact me i have a data base of 5,700 entries from Births, Deaths and Marriage also index wills from 1857 to 1930's. I am already on this message broad with a incorrect e-mail address. E-mail hurcum**hotmail.com Frances Mogridge England |
| left 33yrs ago,coming back soon for a visit. john gilbert fern london, middlesex england |
| I have just started to trace my family tree. My grandfather was from Coleford, in the Forest of Dean. I am looking forward to finding all the information that I can. Christine Lambert (nee Brown) Stokes Valley, Wellington New Zealand |
| Hi, still trying to find info on a John Worgan that came from Yorkshire to Sheffield Canterbury NZ about 1870.I have found that there was 3 children at The Waddington school here in 1883.Names Darius,Rhoda and Amy the 2 girls may have been twins Worgen has a e in it. This may be a spelling mistake in school records. So would like hear from anyone with any info . Derious Worgan Darfield, Canterbury NewZealand |
| Dropping in for a moment just in case I can find 'a missing link' Patricia Brown Sydney, NSW Australia |
| i am looking for my 1/2 sister i think her name is dian dutra or that is her mothers name francine diaz san jose, ca united states |
| I am researching the history of the Morse Family All help greatly appreciated Peter Morse Emsworth, Hampshire England |
| I am looking for information regarding the Elway family. Jani Elway Gordon Tigard, Oregon USA |
| Searching my family history. My grandfather owned and poerated a hotel and restaurant in Versailles Kentucky named the Dean House. The building that housed his enterprize is preserved by the City Historical Society. I've never heard any history prior to my grand-father. Nathan Dean Phoenix, Arizona USA |
| Searching my family history. My grandfather owned and poerated a hotel and restaurant in Versailles Kentucky named the Dean House. The building that housed his enterprize is preserved by the City Historical Society. I've never heard any history prior to my grand-father. Nathan Dean Phoenix, Arizona USA |
| I am searching for information about my grandfather George Adams who lived on the Common in St. Briavels prior to 1912. My mother's name was Lydia Charlotte with sister Emma and brothers William and Alfred. Peggy Laux Shrewsbury, Shrioshire England |
| I'm trying to find my anyone from my intake year at Lydney Grammar School -1949. Roberta Boyd (nee Bobby Green) Bridgwater, Somerset U.K. |
| I love this Katie Wallace Rochester, New York U.S. |
| SEEKING INFORMATION ON MY GREAT GRANDFATHER. HE WAS BORN IN SWANSEA WALES I BELIEVE 1847 SAILED TO AUSTRALIA 1849 HIS NAME BEING JOHN JENKINS Raelene Jenkins Wallaroo, S.A AUSTRALIA |
| Looking for any information re Thomas Blake/Roseanna Morgan who were noted in the Ruardean census of 1851 along with their six children. Their daughter Ellen Blake married Albert Walford, and the family emigrated to New Zealand in 1876 aboard the Waitara. Samuel Charles Walford (Ellen and Albert's only son) was my grandfather. He was born on 6 May 1875 and his birth was registered in Newnham. I have the New Zealand information, but have hit a brick wall on the English connection. Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you Carol Walsh Carol Walsh Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand |
| I am researching the HAWKINS and BAGLIN line. I know they lived in this area. My oldest name is Joseph Hawkins born around 1780. His wife was Martha. They had 2 sons that I am aware of John, born 1801 Thomas born 1802. Need to get more info and them and go farther back. Sharon Edwards Rocklin, CA USA |
| My father, John Henry Byett, was born (16th March 1909)in Derby. His fathers name was William Byett and I believe he was born in Cinderford. Any more information on the Byett line would be helpful. Michael Byett Derby, Derbyshire England |
| I am researching my ancestry in England. In 1775 my ancester John Bennett Married Hester Barnfield in Minchinhampton. Johns birth place is unknown. They had a son (but could have had more children) Joseph Born abt 1791 in Liverpool. Joseph Married a Sarah Smith from Nottinghamshire abt 1816 in Minchinhampton. They emigrated to Australia in 1839-40 with their 8 children. Any info would be appreciated. Thank You. regards, Ian Bennett Ian Bennett Labrador, Qld Australia |
| Would like to here from anyone interested in the history of the Aston family in the Forest of Dean. Richard Aston San Francisco, California USA |
| Thank you for your page of great interest, as a new comer to tracing family for a family tree, I am thrilled to have found your page of help. I am very interested in the Hall family mainly in the Picton area of the 1930's and also the Hoare Family of Waimate area of the same era. My Grandfather was William Charles Hall. Hope someone can start me off. Thank you Donald Hall Levin, New Zealand |
| Hi,am looking for my Tomlinson side of the family and have had some success with this site already with another side of my family. Susan Tomlinson Mouat Tuatapere R.D.1., Southland New Zealand |
| I am starting to research my Grandmother's family. She the daughter of Alfred Rawlings, born May 1872, of FoD (Drybrook area). I would appreciate any guidance/assistance. Thanks. Ian Leedham Worthing, UK |
| i love the forest of dean it's a shame alot of things are closed due to foot and mouth because there is always something to do. i miss the sheep, the forest doesn't look right without them. whenever i come to stay in the forest in Blakeney with my grandparents i always look forward to visiting the dean heritage museum and wenchford. laura Johns Birmingham, West Midlands UK |
| I'm looking for information on the NASH family from Little Dean/Ruspidge/Cinderford. My grandmother was Phyllis Ettie Kate Nash and she was born their on 12.7.08. Her father was Charles William Henry Nash and he was born in Stonehouse, Glouc. He was a Baker. A lot of the family are buried (I believe) at St John's in C'Ford. Any infomation I can gain or give is welcomed. Rachel Posa London, London England |
| I am interested in finding out about George Markey born in Arlingham in 1870. He married Isabella Silvey date not known. Nick Birt Reading, Berkshire England |
| I'm looking for information on my 3x Great Grandfather, WILLIAM GOULD. He was born in Caerleon, Mon. about 1818. I have found him on an 1851 census index age 32,living in East Dean working as a stonemason. His wife was Ann,born Undy,Mon. His daughter Fanny,was born in Blakeney in 1853. Can anyone tell me where in East Dean he was living and who he may have been working for. Many Thanks, Melanie melanie dodds Newport, Monmouthshire S.Wales |
| I am searching for my Great Great Grandfather a George Patterson from Turners Tump or Bailey Pound in the forest of dean. His wifes name before she married was Ann Bailey. Pat. Pat Davies Nr Pontypridd, Mid Glamorgan Wales |
| I'm looking for my grandfather's family who come from the Forest of Dean. He was Richard George Banks who was born in the 1880s or thereabouts and moved to Gowerton South Wales where he married my grandmother. His brother was a valet to the Governor of Australia Lynda Wallace nee Banks Kilmarnock, Ayrshire Scotland |
| Since most of my Mother's Relations come from the Forest of Dean Area, inc. Lydney and far away Cheltenham etc. I suppose I should sign-in. Nelms, Mallards, Restalls, Howells are my major interests. Best Wishes, you live in a superb area, very unspoilt. Gordon T. Holmes. Gordon T. Holmes Shipley, W. Yorkshire England |
| I am tracing my family tree and need information on my great-great-great-grandfather John Henry Stinchcomb born in England in the 1790's I think. He married a Sarah Purdy in 1820 in St. John, New Brunswick, Canada. They had two children one was named Henry William. They moved back to England then onto Scotland. I would appreciate any information on this family. Vivian Thompson Regina, Saskatchewan Canada |
| Hi,my name is Anee-Valerie,I am French but I lived in England for 8 years now.A couple of years ago I meet Ross Yearsley from Seatle,he was performing In London at Sadler Wells Theatre(he is a dancer).He used to come and dine in the bar where I was working, unfortunatly I lost in touch with him so if any one knows him please tell him that I would like to get in touch with him.Thank you all. Anne-Valerie Legrix London, England |
| Michael Blackwell in March 2000 left a message on here about the Morse family who owned coal deposits in Forest of Dean. I tried to e-mail him but address was unknown. I am researching George Morse born 1758 Awre with Blakeney. His will dated 1829 makes bequests to his sons, some of which are part shares in collieries, the Grove Engine Colliery at Whitecroft, coal work at Parkend called Catch Can and coal work at Speedwell, near Branducks Green. He was married to Elizabeth Davies. George was the son of John Morse and Margaret. Janet Rigby Preston, Lancashire England |
| My name is James Dean and my ansesters came from England and I am looking for moor information on them. Thank you so much for this site James Dean Wilson, N.C. U.S.A. |
| Hi my great grandfather was born in the Foarest of Dean in a place called Turners Tump or Bailey Pound in another cenus. Do anybody know anything about it. Pat Davies Nr Pontypridd, Glamorgan Wales |
| I am researching my family tree, If anyone has any information please email me. My grand fathers name was Gordon Verdon Dean His family came from Learmonth, Ballarat,Australia. I am looking for any information on his brother Clide Dean. My fathers name is Glen William Dean(only child) Andrew Glen Dean Melbourne, Victoria Australia |
| My Grandmother Gladys Worgan was born nearly 100 yrs ago in The Forest. Her father Jesse Worgan was a school teacher . My Gt. Gt. Grandfather was a small landowner who virtually' gave away ' t he family land to ?The Great Western Railway Co. I believe that my Gt. Gt. Grandfather had 5-6 brothers who all migrated to America. Any info. on the Worgan fam. would be appreciated. Heathe Imrie WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND |
| I am trying to find more info on famlies of Heaven and McIvor. Living in Sydney, Eden NSW, Sutherland NSW around 1850's till now. My great Grandmother Eliza Heaven might have been admitted to a Sydney Asylum and would like more info. chris emmett Lihgow, NSW Australia |
| Looking for data on George Ryder emigrated to Australia via America in 1890's. Have data on Ryder/Rider of Gloucestershire Rob Ryder Mitcheldean, Glos. England |
| I'm looking for the surname of WERN and any one that may have married into the family or are related to them. I've came to a stand still. Any help will be appreciated. Thank, Corrine Corrine Robinson Parkersburg , WV USA |
| hi i am trying to research my family tree names include PYE, HOLDSWORTH, HILLARY, CULLEN, SINGLETON, PRICE, REDMAYNE, and BARNES amongst others mainly from north of england. if anybody can help thank-you julie julie holdsworth blackburn, lancashire gt britain |
| I'm researching the following names for East Dean, Plump Hill, Flaxley areas - BENNETT, RIVERS, LANE and in Herefordshire: BENNETT, BOTTOM, PARLOUR If you have any information which you think may help I'd be really pleased to hear from you Thanks Roz Swindon, Wilts England |
| Morgan Researchers, Have you a birth/bapt of an EDITH MORGAN in your records abt. 1854. At Cinderford Reg.Office 24 Aug.1876 Simeon YEMM married Edith Morgan age 22, her father was Thomas Morgan, all living The Reddings, Lydbrook, Forest of Dean, Glos. Simeon/Edith emigrated to Illinois US. 1879. I am trying to help their descendants in US to find Ediths birth, but to date no luck. Any help appreciated. Irene Yemm Cheltenham, Gloucestershire England |
| I am researching Hulbert/Hallier/Gaze/Geers/Tilling all from F-o-D area Maria Hill Woy Woy, NSW Australia |
| email update Still looking for Rebbeca A Horr/champ Michelle ND USA |
| I really enjoyed looking at this site. I will gladly share any of my knowledge of the Pyrke family with interested parties. Reginald Pyrke San Diego, California USA |
| I am trying to locate Irejen & allan James, my last contract was 26 Briardene Lanchester, Durham England. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated Judy Collie (formerly Pettis) Laidley, Qld Australia |
| I am researching the family GWILLIAM of Christchurch in the FOREST of DEAN in Gloucestershire and also links with the DAY family of Nova Scotia and the STEPHENS of possibly West Virginia If any one could give me dates of births deaths marriages or emmigration I would be much obliged robert ricketts jersey, channel islands uk |
| Looking for any information on ancestors of my grandparents, Herbert Miles, born 25 12 1878 and his wife Julia Ellen Gardiner born 1881. Herbert's father was Caleb Miles (grocer) and Julia Ellens father was Henry Gardiner,quarryman. Any help would be most welcome. Thank you. Judy Ireland Soouthampton, Hampshire England |
| Hello, I am looking for James James who married Harriet Hailes. I know of their children, - Oliver, William Howard, Annice Maud, Caroline Lily and John Henry (my grandfather. I want to know where James James was born. Thank you Rita James Auckland, New Zealand |
| Hi I am looking for any info on the RUDGE family of East Dean. My gggreat grandfather was George Rudge b 1815 in Ruardean,he married Ann ? and had children George b 1840,Richard b 1841,Tom b 1845,Mary b 1847 and John b 1848 all in East Dean. Richard married Martha PREDDY (b 1850 in East Dean)in 1867 in Flaxley. Both Richard and his brother George were coal miners and went to Normanton in Yorkshire where they raised their families. Has anyone got a connection? Simon Haddock Bognor Regis, West Sussex UK |
| PEMBRO / PEMTON: Thank you to all the people who have searched through this site and tried to help others. Still searching for information on my PEMBRO and PEMTON relations ( Especially any connection with Elizabeth PRICE (aka WHITE) who was married to MARK JOHN PEMBRO). Do you have any dead or alive PEMBRO family members in your family tree??? Thank you so much to all those who have passed on information and good luck to everyone still searching - definately one of the best! E. Biswas Wolverhampton, West Midlands U.K. |
| Just ran across this site will be visiting more James D. Watkins Proctor, W.Va USA |
| Looking for information on the Eagles family from Coleford and Flaxley. My great-grandparents, William and Laura (maiden name Parry) lived at 6, St. John St., Coleford. Their son, Harold James, was my grandfather. He had a sister by the name of Dorothy. Denise J. Cloud Swanton, Ohio USA |
| Seeking my Great Grandfather A Boot and shoemaker called Voyce or Voice Mike Beard Worcester, Worcs UK |
| I am trying to track down any HAYWARD'S. My mothers side of the family are HAYWARD. They lived in Bream. My mother certainly went to Bream infants school. My Grandfather (Bernard Hayward) was a free miner in the Forest and, as far as I know, lived in Bream. My great Grandmother lived on the green in Bream and as a child, was a servant maid at a lodge in St Briavels. I don't know anything of my Great Grandfather. Can anyone help me? Lorraine Thurston London, United Kingdom |
| I've just stumbled on this page trying to find something else. I was looking for the history of Danby Lodge. This was a great find though. I'm going to try and track down my history now instead! Thanks. Lorraine Thurston London, United Kingdom |
| born in leonard stanley gloucestershire to jean bond looking for any distant relos in aust i have i sister and two brothers a brother of my father came to aust many years ago his name was percy call me if you are part of his family. my grand parents names were sarah and percy bond of the street leonard stanley stanley cyril bond melbourne, victoria australia |
| hi rick burgess faribault, mn usa |
| Hello,I'm researching my great great grandparents from Lydney, Glos. George Richard Jenkins, b.Aug. 27, 1850 to Richard & Charlotte Jenkins, and Sarah Jane Hewlett Jenkins, b. April 27, 1854 to Henry & Jane Hewlett. George & Sarah had four children in Lydney,Lillian, Elizabeth Ann(Bess), Florence Mary, and Ethel alice. They left Lydney, Gloucestershire in early 1880's. They moved to Fayette County Pennsylvania, USA where George was a coal miner. They had six more children in America, Blanche Mae, Ella Jane, Pearl Agnes Jenkins Pearson (my great grandmother), George Richard, Grace Charlotte and William Hewlett Jenkins. Some of the family moved to West Virginia. I have some family history, but would like to know when Sarah & George were married and what ships they traveled on to Virginia. If there are any relatives out there please email me to say hello. This is a great site. dee simon west windsor, new jersey USA |
| I'm researching my great great grandparents Sarah Jane Hewlett Jenkins b. April 27,1852,(daughter of Henry & Jane Hewlett) and George Richard Jenkins b. Aug. 27, 1850, (son of Richard & Charlotte Jenkins) who moved from Lydney,Gloucestershire to the United states in early 1880's to Fayette County, Pennsylvania. They had four children before moving to the U.S. Lillian, Elizabeth Ann(Bess), Florence Mary and Ethel Alice. Children born in the U.S. are Blanche May, Ella Jane, Pearl Agnes Jenkins Pearson(my great grandmother), George Richard, Grace Charlotte and William Hewlett jenkins. George was a coalminer in the U.S. Most of their family still may live in Pennsylvania and some moved to West Virginia. Any of my relatives from Pa. and Lydney, please drop me an email. Thanks. dee h. simon west windsor, new jersey USA |
| I am curious to know where my ancestors came from? My dad is William Leslie (born June 18, 1932), in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, My mom is Marie-Jeanne Lacelle (born, June 17, 1931) in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. I have two older brothers (William Thomas, John) and a younger sister Renee. Lynn Marie Paula Shapcott Hull, Quebec Canada |
| Browsing for information on Byett ,Webb and Fisher john byett Cape Town, South Africa |
| If there is anyone out there who requires a photograph, or photographs, of a house, an area, a gravestone etc, belonging to one of their ancestors, please contact me at the above email address. My charges are reasonable within the Forest of Dean. A quick and reliable service. Old photos also restored to their former glory. Ian Thomas Lydney, Gloucestershire United Kingdom |
| Hi Zammo Paul told me he can't ccontact you give him a call he is getting worried. Thanks Ron Watkins Bream, Gloucestershire England |
| Hi, My name is John Tainton and I researching my family history Barnett, Tainton Farmiloe and Rutland. My grandmothers on both side came from The Forest of Dean. If any one has any information I would be very pleased to receive it. John Tainton Bordon, Hants UK |
| My mother lived at 7 Llynfi West Road Portcawl from 14th Dec 1950 or earlier . We left Sep 1956 for Australia .Her birth details are ,place of birth Bangalore , 17.2.1923, maiden name ,Mollan . Father's name Henry Mollan .Mother's name Emilene .My mother is now deceased ,23.06.2000 .My mother married once and after the first child she divorced . I was the second child but my mother had not remarried . My date of birth is 24th Nov 1950 . I was born at the General Hospital Bridgend and my birth cerificate is dated 14th December 1956 . There is no father's name on my birth certificate and my mother would never diclose the name to me . One name I was given was Bill Williams but I don't know if this is true .I would be greatful for any assistance in establishing who my biological father is or was - he may have been ex British Regular Army . Anthony Andrew Morgan Melbourne, Victoria Australia |
| searching for any relatives of george griffiths and johanna catherine griffiths nee mere?.lived in stroud gloucs england .......in 1928 there daughter margaret ellen griffiths was born .....can anybody help? andy broughton southampton, england |
| I am trying to find out about my family the ifill family of barbados,philadelphia if you have any info please write to me sincerely sue curran suzanne c curran poughkeepsie, new tork usa |
| I am looking for any information on the family of Lydia Collins who married Thomas Jupe in the parish of Abenhall on 27 Dec 1806. They were my great great great grandparents who eventually moved to Maidstone Kent where their daughter Angeleana married my great great grandfather George Pearce Karen Gregson Maidstone, Kent England |
| Hello, Tracing the names of Baker, Woolford, Reed, Green, Weaving from Cinderford, Littledean, Awre areas.My Great, Great Grandparents Richard & Elizabeth Reed were publicans in the Forest of Dean In The late 1800's. This replaces my previous message in January (New e-mail address) Linda Weatherley Ruspidge, Gloucestershire England |
| I am looking for information on the Ifill family of barbados in the 1800 and from england i believe samual Ifill was born in barbados he is on the registory of cambridge university as a graduate 1819 he married katharine pierrepont or maybe the spelling is wrong it could be pierpont please help me find my ancestors s.c.curran suzanne c Ifill -curran poughkeepsie, new york usa |
| Families from the Forset include, RUCK, BAKER, MUDWAY, DOBBS, ROLLINS, HUGHES, HEWLETT, WILDE, BLACKBURN(E), ASTON. John Ruck Tonbridge, Kent UK |
| Researching the family of Walter Cooper as my previous entry on the guestbook highlights. Please take the opportunity to visit the following web page showing my family, including tree and photgraphs. Detail is not great but there is lots more available if you wish to mail me. http://www.genealogy.com/users/m/o/r/Ken-Morse/ ken morse Stoke-on-Trent, Staffs United Kingdom |
| Just updating my request for info on F.O.D. YEARSLEYS. Particularly the family of WILLIAM YEARSLEY, born 18/06/1775 of NEWLAND. His parents were probably JAMES and ANN BURGHAM of NEWLAND, married 28/2/1775. If you are a local historian or a visitor to the Parish church graveyard and can possibly check on any Yearsley inscriptions, I would love to hear from you! Or if you have any other info. on this family. Thanks, Gwyn Dalley Gwyn Dalley Southend On Sea, Essex England |
| Searching for family and information about Thomas Vaughan from Newlands. Married to Ann Banister in Lydney in 1778. Came to America 1792 after death of first wife. Father was also a Thomas Vaughan. Would like name of spouse and to correspond with English cousins. Lynda Barlow El Cajon, California USA |
| I have the following interests: HATHAWAY;WILLIAMS of Hewelsfield/St Briavels PROBYN of Newland;BLUNT of Clearwell GWILLIAM of Walford/Pencoyd nr Ross BROWN;STONEHILL of Monmouth If you have any of these too then please get in touch Lindsey Blake-Mizen Lydney, Glos UK |
| Hi, I am doing my family tree on The ELSMORE Families of Newland, Clearwell & Westdean in the Forest of Dean Gloucestershire. Starting with my Great Great Great Grandfather Samuel ELSMORE & his wife Elizabeth JONES. They had 4 sons that I know of, Thomas, Joseph who married Mary ?, John & my Gt Gt Grandfather Edwin ELSMORE who married my Gt Gt Grandmother Mary SIMMONDS. My tree starts 1786. I have researched my Kiwi ELSMORE'es & there is alot of them. This is a great site by the way. Wish everybody well in their researching for their roots Yours Cathi ANDRELL Cathi ANDRELL Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand |
| HELLO I`M LOOKING FOR ANY INFOMATION ON THE JAMES`S OF NEWLAND BREAM OR SURROUNDING AREA OF WEST DEAN I HAVE QUITE A LOT OF INFOMATION BUT I`M ALWAYS LOOKING TO ADD ALSO JAMES`S WHO EMIGRATED TO PENNSILVANIA IN THE LATE 1800`S EARLY 1900`S TO WORK IN THE MINES ESPECIALY A THOMAS JAMES IF I CAN HELP YOU DON`T HESITATE TO E-MAIL TERRY JAMES TERRY JAMES LYDNEY, GLOUCESTER ENGLAND |
| Researcher wants to trace anyone knowing of William Cooke Donne, living, in the 1880's in St Leonards. john bird Bristol, England |
| I am looking for any information on william (billy) briscoe. He was in central Australia in 1928. His name is connected to Coniston Station. trisha briscoe sydney, nsw australia |
| Researching the longhope Sterry family Lin Stapleton Nee Sterry Preston, Lancs England |
| Hi, I'm trying to trace my family line in FoD, particularly in the areas of Whitecroft, Newland, Westbury on Severn, and Oldcroft. The names are William PHILLIPS(1811)m Elizabeth ADAMS (11.10.1812)they had three sons Samuel, Albert, and Enos (all c1850) William's parents are William PHILLIPS and Hannah WILKINS. Elizabeth's parents are James ADAMS and Mary STEPHENS. I'd love to hear from anyone researching those names in FoD to see if we link family lines. Good Hunting. Carol Carol Grounsell Sheffield, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 at 18:13:38 |
| I was born in Cinderford on 2nd June 1959, the son of John Meek and Hilda Doreen Ellis who are now living in Eastbourne, East Sussex. I am just starting to go up the family tree! My father is the son of Leslie and Frances Meek (nee Adams). John Meek is one of five children, Doris Yvonne is his sister, his brothers are Howard, Wilf and Gordon. Leslie Meek I believe had two brothers, Albert and Owen and two sisters, Hetty and Minnie. Please contact me if you think I can help you or vice versa. David John Meek MILTON KEYNES, Bucks UK |
| Please can anyone give me any info on the Tamplin family from Cwmbran and Wales in general. As far back as 1873 already got but vague. Thanks debra Norman cwmbran, wales Great Britain |
| to GEOFFREY POPEJOYSYMPATICO.CA if you are still there. I can't send you a message about Popejoys in Burbage, Wiltshire as your e-mail address does not work. D Fallon England |
| Hello, I am researching the name of CORNWALL in NEWENT, William 1855 (who went to Yorkshire), Elijah 1829, William 1798 christened in St Nicholas' Gloucester- married Mary Davis 1823 at Newent. They do sometimes spell their name CORNWELL i.e. census.May be a connection to George Cornwal christened 1773 Aston Ingham (possibly father, unless someone says different!!! Daphne Fallon England |
| Looking for info on the Sier family. Have traced the family back to Joseph Sier a stone mason who was resident in Little Dean 1820's and 1830's. Joseph was married to Elisabeth Thompson, they had at least three children Susanah Wiiliam Thompson and Joe (b 1839). Joe was also a stone mason. Joe turns up in 1864 in Wolverhampton where he lived with his wife Matilda Gardner.Only know for certain of one son Frank, my husbands grandfather. Love to know if there were other children. Nancy Sier Romford, Essex Friday, April 20, 2001 at 03:30:44 |
| Looking for anyone who may be a relative to my Grandfather Albert Mansell who I believe was born in Cliffords Mesne Gloucestershire. He married Caroline Louisa Woolford who came from Purton Wiltshire. Mr Grandfather worked for Great Western Railway as a Signalman. He worked for sometime at Ledbury Station Herefordshire. They moved to Worcestershire. They had 4 children Fanny (believed to have been born in the Ross on Wye area in 1899) Arthur, Nancy and Mary. I would be pleased if anyone who may know of any living relatives of the above to contact me on my e mail address. Thanks Gill Whitten-Brown Gillian Whitten-Brown Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire England |
| Does anyone know anything about a Kibble family living in or near Awre around 1818. We have the names Anne and Thomas, possibly linked in some way to Haglow Farm. Any information welcome. Kevin White Reading, Berkshire UK |
| I just came upon this site as I have been doing some research - Colin Francis Anstis who also lives in New Zealand. He's asked me to look up info. about Thomas Anstis -the Pirate among other things. Christine Marie Anstis Porirua, New Zealand |
| My mother's family (Wickenden) came from the Forest of Dean (Blakeney). Her father William Edmund Burroughs-Wickenden was born in 1873. His father William John the 6th was a farmer who lived at Nibley Mill Farm, Blakeney. His father, Rev. William John Wickenden was a poet (sponsored by Dr Jenner - of smallpox fame - to become a Rev. His father was another William John and they all seem to have been in and around Blakeney for a few long time. Regards to all. Marilyn Griffiths Marilyn Griffiths (nee Bown) - Mother (Wickenden) Cannock, Staffordshire England |
| I am looking for my father's family - Dean. Came from England. Maybe a John or William. Peggy Dean Auburn, AL USA |
| I have been researching Yemms from Forest of Dean since 1962, will be pleased to hear from anyone interested in similar research. Irene Yemm Cheltenham, Gloucestershire England |
| I never realised until I left Lydney in the 1970s how beautiful the area is. I am interested in the following names around the Forest. Main Names: ALLSOP(P) Lydney area 1850 approx. onwards to 1900s. PARRY Lydney area 18th century to 1900s COOK(E) Lydney and Alvington areas 1800s to 1900s. Additional Names: HUGHES Lydney 1820s SIMMONDS Newland/ Coleford 1790s MARTIN Lydney 1780s SMITH Lydney 1760s BULLEN Prob. Lydney or Aylburton 1730s JONES Lydney 1710s Mary CHEWETT (One mention only 1700s) Mary WILLIAMS B: Llantrisant 1836 . M & D Lydney 1903 Bob Philpott Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire England |
| Trying to trace the link between the Watkins of Yorkley and the Willetts and Griffiths of Yorkley. My grandfather was George, and I think his Father was John. Ronald Watkins Bream, Gloucestershire England |
| I am trying to trace some of my relatives in Gloucester Grace Willmott Cardiff, Cardiff United Kingdom |
| looking for a william haines and a margaret wright marriage newent or churcham they are my great great great grandparents margaret haines jones wales |
| can anyone please give me any information on my grandfathers family.....MITCHELL...who lived in COWLEY in 1881 d.j.mitchell gwent wales |
| LOOKING FORWARD TO MY FIRST VISIT TO THE FOREST, WHICH I HOPE WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE NEXT YEAR AND TO LOOKING AT THE COUNTRY OF MY ANCESTORS. Doug LIMBRICK CANBERRA, ACT Australia |
| Looking for HALE's of Littledean, Flaxley, Blakeney,St.Whites. 1700 - 1850. Have information from present back to 170's, anyone with similar interests please contact me. kind regards. Edwin (ex coal miner from the Rhondda,) Edwin J. HALE Melbourne, Victoria Australia |
| am tracing the family name. mother borne in whittlesey cambs edith watson.my father ernest cooley known as Mac who had two brothers one lived in portsmouth whoes son was in the navy other one was known as roger borne in kingston surrey i await with anticipation for any contacts first timer on this web page very interesting. Cooley Ernest John Perth, W A Australia |
| I have been directed to this site while searching for a poem. It begins: I wish I lived in a Caravan, with a horse to drive like the peddler man. Can anyone help? les hornsby Consett, Durham England |
| I am searching for the family of JAMES BRIDGE who was living at Roughet, Little Dean in 1881. He was shown with his family Annie, his wife, Lucy, Annie and Edith, his daughters. The family originated from Weston-s-Mare. Any help appreciated. Pam Woodburn Burntwood, Staffs. England |
| I am looking for details of any Parrys in the Forest of Dean area. My great Grandmother was Alice Parry b around 1890. She married my great Grandfather William Peregrine. Thanks Brigit Brigit Cox Saturday, March 31, 2001 at 00:22:03 |
| I am trying to track down the Warren family, I was told my ancestors used to work in tin mines around this area any infomation would be greatly appreciated. Carl Warren Norwich, Norfolk England |
| a search for Shapcott/genealogy came up with this website as 2nd selection. I am looking for family links to my surname? Ron Shapcott Gloucester, Glos. UK |
| I grew up in Lydbrook in the 50's and would very much like to track people with whom I went to school at Lydbrook Primary We moved to Pontypool in 1963 and my sister, Christine Hagger (nee Handy) still lives in Wales. Among people I would like to contact: Janice Aston (emigrated to Australia in 1962) David Byett, Shirley Foxwell. Patricia M. Handy Sarasota, Florida United States |
| would love to hear from anyone in coleford Robin K Williams Gosford, NSW Australia |
| Checking for information regarding Edward Prence (Prince) Margaret Prince Indianapolis, IN USA |
| My family originated in the Forest. We are a mix of Teague and Mills. I visited last year and enjoyed everything so much, especially the cider. The price of gas is a bit much though. Gary Teague Wichita, Kansas USA |
| interesed in john w dean of monongalia county wva veteran of revolutionary war his son Issaic vet of war 1812 CHARLES DEAN MCCULLOUGH morgantown, wva usa |
| Hi - I'm trying to trace my Grandmothers family - her name was Kathleen Mary Maddocks (nee Ellis) - she was married to William Maddocks and they had 5 sons, Joe, Denis, Norman (my father), Frank and Neil and lived in Kilcot, Nr Newent. Gran had 2 brothers, Viviene and Kevin and 1 sister, May. I know that her mother also lived in Kilcot but she died when I was young and I don't remember her very well. I believe that Gran's family originated over the Welsh border. If you have any information that may be useful I would be pleased to hear from you. Best Regards Kate Wragg Heanor, Derbyshire Kate Wragg Heanor, Derbyshire UK |
| I'm Looking for Deane's with or without the E. Came from Mass to NewYork after Civil war. Were in Moravia NY Possible Tanners and or Farmers Linked to The Koreshan Unity Alanson Dean and family. Francis Deane Gilbert Carmel, New York USA |
| I AM TRYING TO TRACE MY GREAAT GRAND FATHER IAIN EDIN JUAN HOYLAND-MENTEITH WHO MARRIED ANNIE ELIZABETH SAFFRON IN 1900 IN SYDNEY. ALSO, LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ABOUT CHARLES T NORTH WHO MARRIED RUBY ROSE CONWAY IN 1928. THEY HAD ONE DAUGHTER JOAN PATRICIA BORN IN 1925. RUBY ROSE DIED IN CHILDBIRTH IN 1929 AND CHARLES SEEMS TO HAVE DISAPPEARED. DID HEAR THAT HE WENT BACK TO HEARN BAY IN KENT WHERE HE SUPPOSE TO HAVE COME FROM. HOPE SOMEONE CAN HELP ME, REGARDS, PATRICE. Patrice Anderson St Clair, N.S.W. Australia |
| IT'S INTERESTING TO READ WHO'S LOOKING FOR WHO. IT'S DISSAPPOINTING WHEN YOU SEEM TO REACH A DEAD END. I ENJOY THIS SITE. GLYNIS Glynis McCain St Clair, N.S.W. Australia |
| I am trying to find out about my grandmothers' family. she was born in Blakeney I think, her family name was BOWYER, and the family all emigrated to Australi sometime in the first decade of the 1900,s. leaving my gran behind. any information gratefully recieved karen debonnaire stroud, glos uk |
| I am looking for information regarding the Walford family of Gloucestershire. My Grandfather - Samuel Charles Walford was born on 6th May, 1875, and his birth was registered in the sub-district of Newnham. His parents were Albert Walford and Ellen Blake. The family emigrated to New Zealand on the Waitara in 1876. Thank you Carol Carol Walsh Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand |
| I am looking up my Ancestry. My grandmother, Frances Etheridge was born in Mitcheldean and I am so delighted that I have found some information on her. I am looking for information on my grandfather, Wallace Crockett, but have not found anything under Gloucestershire, perhaps it is Herefordshire. I will continue to search. Thank you. Audrey Crockett Naylor Chattanooga, Tennessee USA |
| Has anyone ever heard of the Chadwick Estate, or Chadwick cotton estates in or around the Forest of Dean? Family history refers vaguely to it, but it is unclear whether it is near the F of D or near Lichfield in Staffordshire. (Lichfield Tourist Board does not recognize the estate) Help, please. Thank you Susan Johnson Ft Mitchell, KY USA |
| Thank you for a wonderful web site. I am still looking for my 5th great grandparents, although there is GREAT web page on the DREW family from Little Dean, it stops with my 4th great grandparents, and would love to go back to the next generation. My 4th great grandparents were JAMES (JOHN) DREW b.1778 and d. 1855 in Forest of Dean married CATHERINE SMITH b.1784 and d. 1867 in Forest of Dean. I have no clue as who JAMES (JOHN) DREW parents were? CATHERINE'S parents were JOHN SMITH from Guns Mills, Forrest of Dean, and MARGARET ? Any information would be greatful. as always looking, Betty Budil ** BBudil2k**aol.com Betty Budil Tacoma, Washington USA |
| I am looking for anyone with the surname PEMBRO in their family or family tree if you know anyone with this name in the MONMOUTHSHIRE / WALES area please get in touch. Elaine Wolverhampton, West Midlands u.k. |
| I EMIGRATED TO AUSTRALIA FROM COLEFORD IN 1960. I ATTENDED BELLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL FROM 1955 TO 1959. ANY PAST FAMILY OR FRIENDS OUT THERE. ROBIN KENNETH WILLIAMS GOSFORD, N.S.W AUSTRALIA |
| Looking for information relative to the ancestors of John Saunders Facey, born Colyton,Devon,England in 1775 or 1776 who emigrated to Newfoundland and married Rachel Savory in Newfoundland in 1802. Karl Ralph Facey Halifax, Nova Scotia CANADA |
| I am Searching for descendants of George Terrett born 1815 and his son George Terrett born 1847 in the Forest of Dean area. Also Searching for Descendants of Eliza Byett born 31/7/1858 her parents were John & Margaret Nee James, also from the Forest of Dean. Any Help would be Appreciated, DENNIS BYETT. Dennis Byett Perth, Western Australia Australia |
| The Moran family lived in Strutt St. Derby, U.K. Father was Christopher formally from Dublin Ireland. Please contact me as I am working on our family tree. I am the son of Christophers nephew Fred.My Granny was Christophers/Christy's, sister. Fred Heatley Dublin, Dublin Ireland |
| I am hoping to trace my 1st. cousin , Patricia Heatley, formerly of Kelmoor Rd. Alviston Derby, U.K. Her fathers name was Christy originally from Dublin. Her mother's name was Dot / Dorothy. Patricia would be about 50 yrs. of age now. Fred Heatley dublin, dublin Ireland |
| Trying to find history of those in charge of the Kings forest and hunting lodges John Lyte Cheltenham, England |
| I am looking for information on the Preedy family in London and also the Eavestaff family, part of which changed their name to Smith by usage. Former Eavestaff was Harold born around 1870 who married Emily and had three sons, Harold, Ronald and Dennis. I am also trying to trace the Hull family from the Essex area. Elizabeth Hull Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 04:35:51 |
| Researching WAITE, HAWKER, TINGLE, OKEY, PRIEST, HARWOOD in Forest pre 1870 Michael Waite Amersham, Bucks UK |
| My Father William Byett was born in Soudley 1903 Dennis Byett Perth, West Australia |
| Hi Looking for any MEREDITH connections. 2xGreat Grandfather was Charles MEREDITH born 1841 Cinderford. Info gladly exchanged. Wendy Boland Shellharbour, NSW Australia |
| Looking for birth of Charles Cooke, supposedly at Hewelsfield, Glos about 1815. He married Ann Partridge of Painswick, Glos then moved to Hereford. Ian Argyle Droitwich Spa, Worcs England |
| A very nice welcome page. Marshall C. Ehlers Pascagoula, Jackson, MS USA |
| Great site! I am researching the SCRIVENS (Coleford/Lydbrook) and WATSON (Goodrich/Birmingham) families. Elizabeth Chapple Chagrin Falls, Ohio USA |
| Very interested in finding out the location of Woodmancote Hall/Manor ... where Samuel Bridger was born in 1584. Would appreciate any information about the Bridger family of Gloustershire. Margaret Gray Brandon, Mississippi USA |
| Searching my greatgrandfather William Jenkins born at the Knockalls Staunton near Coleford.His first wife died in child birth.He married Sabina Beach from Berryhill.They had 3 children Charles Alfred,Laura and Hubert(Bert)Jenkins my grandfather.There were 5 children from the first marriage ,names unknown?Can anyone help me? Sue Brain. Sue Brain Coleford, Gloucestershire uk |
| Hi, does anyone have the 1871 or earlier census for Gloucestershire? I need to find anyone by the name of HIBLE or HIBEL. I know my g g grandfather Thomas HIBEL lived in Viney Hill on the Eastern edge of the Forest of Dean prior to 1881 and would like to add to this basic information. Thanks in advance, Bryan Hible Bryan Hible Monday, March 12, 2001 at 22:47:31 |
| My gggrandfather John THOMAS born circa 1759 where unknown. He married Mary RODWAY of Horton at St. Peters Bristol in 1788 and their first 2 children were baptised in Horton and they then settlen in the Frampton Cotterell/Gaunts Earthcott area. Family legend has it that he was employed or leased land from the Duke of Beaufort or perhaps his family. I have searched many of the parishes in the area but I am advised that the Duke had property in Tidenham and Woolaston in the Forest of Dean. Are there any areas or advice available to me to follow up? Many thanks Patricia G. Patricia G. Melbourne, Victoria Australia |
| George RUSBATCH married Sophia JONES in the Newland Parish Church on 2 October 1820. A son of the marriage came to New Zealand in 1863. George RUSBATCH was a collier and census indicates he probably came from Llanwellworth, Radnorshire and was born c 1792. Sophia JONES probably born 1797 in Newland. Anyone also researching these folks? I would enjoy contact. Regards, Ian Ian Hutchins Auckland, New Zealand |
| Just found this site and hoping that someone out there can help me find my g.grandfather WILLIAM JOHN MOSS b. abt. 1845, Gloster, Gloucestershire. Don't know who his mother was however his father was William Moss probably born in early 1820's. WILLIAM JOHN MOSS married ADELAIDE MARION BOWLES (of Ramsgate, Kent) in 1872 on the Isle of Wight. William and Adelaide had children: Elizabeth M. Moss b. 1875, Ethel W. Moss b. 1880 and Henry Lionel Moss b. 1882, possibly more children I don't yet know of. Thanks, C.Harris(Moss) C. Harris (Moss) Canada |
| I'm looking for the marriage of Eliza Packer to William Ferris around 1870. Rosemary Behnke Kelso, Washington USA |
| like the list a lot will call again later looking for SCRIVENS in all GLS best wishes to all and good hunting Harold Doncaster UK Harold SCRIVENS Doncaster, YORKS UK |
| Did not see the town of DARK HILL listed. Have learned that my g g g grandfather James BATES was born there in 1823, then moved to the Black Country c 1840. Does anyone know anything about this town? Very interesting site- enjoyed my visit Marlene Jackson Ontario, Canada Marlene Jackson PETROLIA, Ontario Canada |
| I am looking for Prices, Drinkwaters and Colemans in the Forest of Dean area, mainly Lea, Huntley and Long Hope, before 1860. I have a Henry Fitzharding Price, born in Uley Glcs, who was the son of Samuel and Charlotte Coleman, both from Long Hope. Henry married Mary Ann Coleman b. Huntley, in 1845 father Solomon Coleman, mother Mary Ann Drinkwater of Huntley. I am trying to find out more about Charlotte Coleman nee? and Solomon Coleman. thanks, Flo Flo Montgomery Haslemere, Surrey UK |
| If you want to read a good, well-researched novel about life in a coal-mining village in the Forest of Dean in the 1870s by a well-established Forest author, try 'Let the Hero be the Hungry Man' by Ralph Anstis. Available for £7.95 in UK, postage extra abroad, from Albion House, Coalway, Coleford, Glos, GL16 7JS. Or email anstis**supanet.com Ralph Anstis Coalway, Coleford Glos England |
| Hi! Looking for descendents of the ROBINSON family of Littledean, especially of Philip bap c 1826. Yolande James East Ipswich, Queensland Australia |
| I am trying to trace my Forest Ancestors who include the Butlers, Spencers and Harpers of the Nothleach and Hampnett areas. They married into the Davis, Shaw, Evans, Webb and Morse families at various times. At least one Spencer is buried at St Stephens, Colesbourne which was the family church for a long time though when I last visited it seemed to be closed. Where were the Harpers bell-ringers back to the 11th century? Theresa Radlett Haywards Heath, Sussex RH16 3SB |
| Anecdotal - my father says that our Warren ancestors came from the Forest of Dean - I have so far done nothing to check this out, though I have got a record of my gg-grandmother being born in Badgeworth, Gloucester, so I seem to be heading in the right direction! Any help welcomed Tony Tony Scott-Warren Jersey, Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 15:47:51 |
| Researching PHILLIPS. William PHILLIPS m Elizabeth ADAMS at Whitecroft, West Dene around 1850 and produced three sons. Samuel 3.6.1852, Albert Samuel 10.3.1854, Enos (maybe Aenes) 7.0.1855 Samuel is my line and he moved to Staffordshire. We have lost track of Enos and Albert Samuel. Does anyone have this line in their family research? Can anyone find them on any local listings they have? I would appreciate any help with this family. TIA. Good luck. Keep smiling. carol grounsell sheffield, england |
| I am researching the Yearsleys of Ruardene/Mitcheldean, (1700's,) and Lucy ?,(who married a William Dally, from Ross On Wye, circa 1842-50), born 1827/29 of East Dean. If anyone has any info on either of these families I would be grateful to hear from you. Thanks, Gwyn Gwyn Dalley Southend On Sea, Essex England |
| I am looking for information on James Matthews, who was a butcher in Ruardean in the 1870s onwards. His second son, Ernest b 1873 was also a butcher in Ruardean and later in Gloucester. If anyone has any ideas where I might find more information, I would be most grateful. Many thanks. Nick Beaton. Nick Beaton Ilkley, W. Yorks UK |
| Great site! Thank you for your time, effort and expense. Donna Yemm Forsyth, Illinois USA |
| Looking for any Aston's in or around Newland , Coleford area Thanks Robbie Robin james Aston Bocking, Essex England |
| Searching for descendents of Richard and Mary MUDWAY, . In particular Thomas and Anne MUDWAY of Westbury on Severn, East Dean. Also looking for William HADLEY and James BEACH. Interested in any BEACH, HADLEY, MUDWAY Thanks Sonia Sonia mindarie, wa australia |
| If you have problems with KEAR family history I can probably help as I have a huge database compiled over many years. Averil Kear Forest of dean, Gloucestershire UK |
| Am searching for ancestry of Enoch H. Wood, b. 1852, and married Mariah Gleed in 1874 - West Dean. Enoch was allegedly from Milkwall, Gloucestershire. Mariah was the daughter of Henry Gleed, birthplace unknown. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated! Grace Stahl LeVan Jacksonville, NC United States |
| Sarah Walters was bap. 1820 in Tibberton/Taynton (parents John Walters/Mary Hodges). In 1822 she had a daughter (illegitimate). There is no trace of her after 1822 although when her daughter was married at the age of 16 parent's permission was said to have been given on the banns. Does anyone have any information regarding Sarah after 1822. Incidentally her daughter married into the Hyett family of Tibberton. katheen woodward Southampton, Hampshire England |
| My great uncle moved from Ireland around 1900. He lived in Wantage for a time, moved on to Bath and finally in the area around it. His name was Michael Bannable or (Banable) Looking for any relations of his. Would love to hear from them. Gabrielle Heatley Dublin Ireland |
| My grandfather George Madley was from English Bicknor my grandmother Hannah Madley (nee Jones)was from Shortstanding I am looking for Madleys or Jones from either of these towns. Robert J. Madley Redford, Michigan USA |
| fascinating website, I am researching my family tree and am looking for the yorke family, my maternal grandfathers mother was a yorke who married a southwood . I believe that either she or her mother was in service at clerkenwell court .we are in possession of a family bible that was given to my ancestors unfortunately the name is illegible. can anyone shed any further light? we have also found a grave stone in clerarwell bearing the name yorke sarah catterall norwich, uk |
| I am researching the families PHELPS AND HIGGS in the Forest of Dean. Rudford, Taynton & Churcham being prominent. I have lots of info on Phelps families in the district so might be useful for someone researching the name. And would like to contact others researching name Phelps. Higgs names in Churcham Thomas and Mary, daughter Elizabeth and grandaughter Eliza. Trish Gage Gloucester England Trish Gage Gloucester, Gloucestershire England |
| I am trying to confirm if an ancestor of mine was the Royal Forrester for the Forrest of Dean..... John C. Brown Bear, DE USA |
| Looking for any MEEKs from LEA BAILEY, or BOILERSHOP ROW in Cinderford. JOHN, SARAH A, JAMES, EMILY BENNETT, all linked,thanks. damian morgan Wales |
| I'm searching for the Hyett/Hyatt family, I'm a descendant of Simon Peter son of THomas and Mary Rook.would appreciate any help.Thank you. sincerely. Letty Jarsocrak Letitia Jarsocrak Reading , PA USA |
| Just started family history research,in F.O.D area,interested in William Beard,born app.1810 ?had son Thomas Edward Beard Patrick.K.A.Beard Bicester, Oxon England |
| Hi,if you have any information on Hannis please write me at gjhannis**yahoo.com Gary Hannis Salmon Arm, B.C. Canada |
| Still reasearching / would like help re: COOK families in DRYBROOK / MITCHELDEAN / FOREST Areas also MANNING Familiy (same Areas) Can you help? Paul R Cook CARDIFF, WALES UK |
| Just looking for information on my father's side of the family which were Tunstall's in the Swindon Wiltshire England Area. My Dad worked for the Great Western Railway as his father did the same. I do not have to much information on my family, but would like to learn. Elise Tunstall Nowicki Clinton Twp, Michigan USA |
| Looking for relatives in Gloucestershire. Family name is Young. Charles Young married Charlotte Jotham both born in the area. They had 18 children. Charles was a coalminer and he relocated to United States and work in mines in Illinois. dianne young littlefield mesa, az usa |
| Looking for information about a boxer named Cashman in the 30s or 40s. In the U.S.A BRIAN CASHMAN CEIBA, PUERTO RICO USA |
| looking for history on john burrows honey albert burrows tisdale , saskatchewan canada |
| Hello I am beginning to research the Hancocks family from Bream and the Warren family from Drybrook. George Hancocks was born c 1895 Elizabeth Warren was born c 1898 They married c 1918 and had eight children - all of which I have details. It is George and Elizabeth's parents I am interested in. Any clues? carole jones Walsall, West Midlands UK |
| Hello from Brisbane! Enjoyed your pages. Sheila Leary (Hillman) Wellington Point, Queensland Australia |
| Looking for the marriage of John Brob(yn)(in) to Elizabeth Hale 1850 ish John B Brobyn St Helens, merseyside england |
| I was referred to this Web Site as I had decided to look for my ancestors. however there are so many Meeks in the area that my task will not be an easy one!! Dennis E Meek Hitchin, Herts England |
| Looking for information about my great, great grandfather... Horace (Albert) Winter Dean. Maybe American by birth but was known to have lived at Tinonee, New South Wales, Australia. Also...Does the Dean name have anything to do with the Forest of Dean? Thanks Michelle Dean North Avoca, NSW Australia |
| Looking for the HALE's of LittleDean, Blaken & Cinderford in the Forest O' Den, 1700 - 1850. Edwin.I notice that there is an old e-mail address, please cancel out the old one as this is the 'up-dated' one Thanks. Edwin. Edwin James HALE Melbourne., Victoria. Australia. |
| There is now a Forest of Dean mailing list. Just send an emailing to ENG-GLOS-FOREST-DEAN-L-request**rootsweb.com ,with the subject as SUBSCRIBE. You can also go to the Lost Connection web site at http://www.lostconnections.co.uk Kineta Hill Bristol, England |
| I am researching my husbands family background which has taken me to Bristol. The Higgs family went to Ballarat Australia in the 1800's. I would like to find any relations who may still be in the area, or carry on with their family way back in time, regards Irene Wilson. Irene Wilson Auckland, New Zealand |
| Re. entry of 07/01/01,no further info. required thank you. Andrew Hendy Bristol, england |
| I'm trying to trace the Worgan's that came out to nz about 1870.I got a email from a Susan J Morrison which she said she had sent an attachment about worgan's,which i didn't get.I have tried to email her with no response.So would be great to hear from her. Many thanks. derious worgan darfield, canterbury newzealand |
| Researching Meredith of Littledean and Cinderford 1800 Wendy Shellharbour, NSW Australia |
| Hi this site is awesome, I researching my gggrandfather George Halford who I think came from Newent he married Ann? in the 1860's. Or any Halford from the Forest of Dean. Geraldine Anderson Manchester, England |
| Peter Saysell here from Bream. anybody remember RFDGS at five acres?, or indeed anybody that grew up in the forest from 1970 - 1989. It would be good to hear from you. I worked for the Forest newspapers in Cinderford from 1980 - 1982. Feel free to contact me. see you Peter Saysell bognor Regis, Chichester West Sussex |
| Hi, I spent most of my youth in Littledean, my dad is still there at the top of grange road in the old dairy by the Post Office. His name is Peter, say hello to him if you see him. TIA. Matthew Russ Sheffield, South Yorkshire UK |
| HI! I am looking for my half brother James Michael Dean. He was born in Georgia sometime between 1973-1974.His mother's name is Debora (not sure of the spelling)Dean. I believe her maiden name was Fears. Any help would be appriciated more than you could ever imagine!! Thanks in advance, Christine CHRISTINE HOOK (DEAN) 29 PALMS, CALIFORNIA USA |
| Does anyone have any connections to the PEMBRO or PEMTON family from the MONMOUTHSHIRE area of Wales? Male members of family were quarrymen except the son of a Thomas PEMBRO / PEMTON called Mark John who made his fortune from the South African Goldmines. Or one of Mark John's son's called Theodore Charles PEMBRO from the Lydney / Chepstow area of Glous. Any information gratefully recieved. Elaine West Midlands, West Midlands u.k. |
| What an interesting site. I am trying to trace members of the COX family. Not easy there are rather a lot of us. All I have is the suggestion that my G father Cox stayed at a pub in the Forest of Dean as a young man. This would be about 1880 . So I need to know if there was a Landlord or owner of a pub in the forest of dean by the name of Cox at about thattime Hope some one can help. Best wishes to all Tony COX Shropshire U.K. |
| I was born in Gloucester and am currently researching my family tree. My mother's grandfather, William Bundy, was a bricklayer, born in Corse, in 1831. I know a few things about this side of the family e.g. he married Emma Phelps, b.1835, at the Parish Church, Hampsted, Gloucester in 1855. I also know his parents: my great great great grandfather was also a bricklayer, born in Corse in 1781, one George Bundy (d.1860), and his wife was Ann. I am trying to find out if she is the Ann born in 1813 who died in 1895 (in Corse). Any helpful info much appreciated! Kay Norman London, UK |
| Attention all readers from New Zealand. I am trying to trace descendants of my Great Aunt, Millicent Harris. She was born in Lydney, Gloucestershire in 1886. She married Fred Harris and they emigrated to New Zealand. They had two daughters, Thelma & Joyce. My family seem to think that Joyce married Leslie (christian name) and they had a son named Duncan(?) The last known address for Millicent and Fred was Flat 3, 147 Glenmore Road, Wellington, New Zealand. Any information would be gratefully received. Thanks Ian Thomas Ian Thomas Lydney, Gloucestershire England |
| Does anyone have a connection to Parker Cecil Born 1787 at Newlands in the Forest of Dean. Bob Holland Sydney, NSW Australia |
| Great site! Well worth a look! I am from the Forest of Dean originally - moved down here 1996. Am researching the JAMES family of Lydney and the HART/BAGGUS family of Bream/Parkend/Coleford. Also the WALTHAM family of the forest. Hope you can help. Thanks Clare James Seaford, Brighton, East Sussex England |
| I AM VERY INTERESTED IN ANY INFORMATION ANYONE CAN GIVE FOR THE SURNAME PHILLIPS FROM THE VILLAGE OF OLDCROFT, WEST DEAN. MY GGRANDFATHER WAS SAMUEL PHILLIPS B 1852. TWO OTHER BROTHERS ENOS B 1855 AND ALBERT B 1854. THEIR PARENTS WERE WILLIAM PHILLIPS AND ELIZABETH ADAMS. I KNOW THAT SAMUEL LEFT OLDCROFT AND MOVED TO STAFFORDSHIRE. I KNOW THAT THERE IS STILL A ROAD IN OLDCROFT CALLED PHILLIPS CLOSE AND WOULD APPRECIATE INFORMATION ON ANY POSSIBLE CONNECTION. RUSS SMITH STAFFORDSHIRE UK |
| Great Site! Have traced my family back to England. Thomas Hall emmigrated on a ship from Bristol England in 1654. Trying to find out where in England. Alan Hall Fairhope, Alabama United States of America |
| does anyone know any brophy's that lives in sydney about 15 years ago please email me thankyou samantha brophy buffpoint, nsw australia |
| I am looking for Samuel Edward Snapps Family Born in 1875. In Fleming Co. Kentucky. His Wife was Mattie Lee (Shields) Snapp. Thanks Rebecca wilson Marion, Indiana U.S.A. |
| I am looking for information about William Louis Loy, born in Madison County Indiana, He was born in i845. His wife was Elizabeth (Lloyd) we do know there was 11 Children.I sure hope You might be of some help thanks. Rebecca Wilson Marion, Indiana U.S.A. |
| I am looking for the baptism of my 3x great grandfather JOHN WILLIAMS. He married ANN WHITE in Abinghall in 1829 and was a collier and paper maker. He died in Abinghall in 1846 age 40, but there is no record of his baptism in Abinghall. With such a common name I may be asking the impossible, but you never know, someone out there may have come across him. Best wishes Peter Peter Bolson Caldbeck, Cumbria England |
| Henry C. Peden, Jr. and I are compiling the lineages of many families of Dorchester County, MD - to be published in volume 11 of our on-going series, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland. We would like to compare our results with the work of others. Ed Wright F. Edward Wright Lewes, Delaware USA |
| I am researching the FRY and HART family of Nailsworth, Gloucester. James and Mary Ann Hart's son Richard James married Martha daughter of Enoch and Hannah (nee DODGE) in South Australia in 1850. James & Mary had three daughters Caroline, Emily and Ellen of which two were teachers in Minchinhampton in 1861 (as per Census) Enoch and Richard James had land in South Australia and named it 'Nailsworth' which is now a suburb Maureen Hart Adelaide, South Australia Australia |
| i really enjoyed your site ill be coming back samantha bridle buffpoint, nsw australia |
| I have a family history which states that my great grandfather was a forrester in the Forest of Dean. That his family, along with Turleys, Smiths, Browns, and James were the five original families granted life rights in the Forrest. First, I am trying to find the story, if there is one, behind this. Second I cannot find Thomas Johnson's birthplace, or any family history before his birth. (Born 3 April, 1844 - Mother a Turley, Father a Johnson, but no other info) I hope someone can help me. Thanks. Susan Johnson Ft Mitchell, Kentucky USA |
| Looking for mention of Cooper or Symonds families last known as from Coleford. David Kane Great Yarmouth, Norfolk England |
| I am lookig for information re Isaac Liddington,his wife Ann nee Carter and his family from about 1850 on in Lydney. also Smith and Stephens also in Lydney about the same time. Is there on fiche ,the parish registers of St Mary C of E,Lydney,available to purchase ? Kathleen Wye Liverpool, NSW Australia |
| My interest is in Worgans, Brains, Thomas' from the Forest John B. Brown Wilmington, Delaware USA |
| Late in December I saw a message from - I think - Canada , asking if any one knew the whereabouts of one Alan Tonge, who attended Broadwell School. I can't fnd the message (!!), but I think I may have found Alan. If the writer reads this and e-mails me,I think I can help...... Roger Matthews Croxley, Herts UK |
| Hello, Just signed on and I'm looking for my family. On the 1900 Census I found my GGGrandfather,Henry Ridler,b Aug. 1835,married to Catherne,b Jan 1849, s Henry,b Nov.1875,s David b Oct.1878, s William b Mar.1880, d Minnie b June 1882,d Catherine b March 1885, s Frank (my grandfather)b Oct. 1889, s Albert b Jan. 1892. If you have anything that will help please let me know. Also my GGGrandfather was born in Germany. All the records I have found have been in Luzerne county,Pa. Thank You, your help is much needed!!! Calvin Ridler Jr. Denver, Colorado U.S.A. |
| Just signing in. I was born in Lydney (1939), educated there and lived there until I was 15. My brother has traced the Lydney James's back to 1688. Howard James Reading, Berkshire England |
| I am researching the Jones Family Tree, this is the family of Samuel and Harriet Jones nee James circa 1829 and 1834 both born at Yorkley, West Dean, they family as follows Samuel, Hagar, Moses, David, Soloman, Reuban, Riley, William Lily and Albert, I visit the Forest regularly and know some decendant, but would like to know more. Also the Elway Family, Henry Elway circa 1844. Do not know much of these only my Gt. Grandmother Eva. If I can be of help to anyone I should be glas to assist, Thank you Kathy xxx Kathleen Jones Blackwood, Gwent Wales |
| Hi, Just been browsing. Am looking for fellow BRAINS from Eastington, 1700's, then Westbury-on-Severn, and Hartpury, 1800's. My line moved to Bristol in 1869, when I know that Thomas Brain married Ellen Boulter. lindsey guest london, uk |
| Researching PHILLIPS of LYDNEY. Brothers: James b. 1819, Thomas b. 1821 left Eng. 1849 U.S. Brothers William b. 1824 and Samuel b. 1826 stayed in Eng. Found them in 1851 Census. Their Parents: were THOMAS PHILLIPS d. 1828 and ELIZABETH BETHELL. Elizabeth remarried to a MATTHEW JAMES 1829. Known half siblings to above Phillips brothers were per 1851 Census were JOHN JAMES age 20, MARK JAMES age 19 and ELIZABETH JAMES age 14. all of Lydney. Would be interested in any connections to this family. Nancy Sullivan Hilliard, Ohio U.S.A. |
| WE RECENTLY VIEWED A HOUSE FOR SALE IN RUARDEAN - HORLICKS, NEXT TO RUARDEAN GARDEN PROPERTY. ANY INFO RE THE HISTORY OF THIS PROPERTY WOULD BE MOST WELCOME. WE ARE AWARE OF THE CONNECTION TO THE HORLICKS BROTHERS BUT DETAILS ARE SCANT. RECENT HISTORY IS OF INTEREST TOO. THANK YOU LINDA TOVEY DORKING, SURREY UK |
| I am interested in the United Reformed Church in Little Dean which is reputed to have been founded by my gg grandfather William Clark in the late 1700s. Is there any information available about the Church and where are the records kept? Perhaps there is another descendant of William still in LittleDean Jack Goold Bristol, United Kingdom |
| James b. 1822 and Anthony Hale b. 1833 left Lydney area in about 1865 and both settled in Story Co., Iowa USA. Seeking their families in Gloucester. Jerry Hale IowaGob**juno.com Jerry Hale Collins, Story Co., Iowa USA |
| I AM LOOKING FOR A PLACE CALLED VITLEY HALL. I SEEN IT IN THE PARISH OF DEAN COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND IN SOME BAPTISIAM RECORDS FORM 1748 .. CAN YOU GIVE ME ANY INFO ON THE VITLEY HALL. WHAT OR WHERE IT IS. THANKS PATRICIA VITLEY ST. BERNARD, LOUISIANA USA |
| Fantastic easy to use site will pop back frequently just to read all the postings! SHELBROOKE - Any variation of this surname is being searched for.My Great Grandparents were Sidney Arthur Shelbrooke (born 1899)and Annie Louisa/e Shelbrooke (born 1900).They lived all their married life in Bridgnorth Shropshire at Victoria Rd(un-cofirmed)? and 43 West Castle St both in High Town.My G/Grandfather had brother's who went to war and returned but I cannot find any info on them at present he also had sisters I think called Minnie, Nancy and Nellie?My Great Grand Parents only had one son my Grandfather Albert Sidney Shelbrooke.I can trace the family line from there but not backwards can anyone help?I am in touch with some other Shelbrooke family members but we are stuck on some family connections and how exactly we are related.Can anyone help?Does anyone know how I can access on-line census records for Chetton or Bridgnorth both in Shropshire? Elaine Wolverhampton, West Midlands U.K. |
| I am searching for any information on the PEMBRO family or(PEMTON). My G/G/ Grandfather was MARK JOHN PEMBRO. Mark was born in Monmouth Wales went to South Africa made a fortune from the goldmines out there and returned to the U.K. and had two sons. I cannot find at present who he was married to or even where they married. Mark settled in the Lydney / Gloucester / areaI do know he had two sons called BERTRAM THOMAS EDWARD PEMBRO and THEODORE CHARLES PEMBRO they were born around 1889 Iam not sure of exact dates. Elaine Wolverhampton, West Midlansa U.K. |
| I am very interested in the COURTEEN family who married into the TEAGUE family (as described in 'The Industrial Teagues and the Forest of Dean' by Ralph Anstis). I have them back to about 1800 in and around Redbrook, but cannot get much further back. It is a very unusual name and there are very few around. Any information would be welcome. Michael Williamson Cambridge, UK |
| My father, Richard Thomas Price was born in the village of Corse (Oldfield Twp) on August 8, 1867 the son of Thomas and Julia Price(Priddy).Their children Florence, Lillian, and Allan came to Canada with the parents in 1913. The eldest son Fred remained in the area and operated the Girl Pat fish restaurant in Gloucester while another son Harry died in his youth. No doubt, some descendants are still in the Gloucester area. If anyone could help me with tracking down my (Price family) relatives, I would be very pleased and greatful. Thanks. Bob Price Hector R. ( Bob) Price Barrie, Ontario Canada |
| I have just published a book Baynham, A History of the South Carolina Family which includes historical information on the Baynham family who originated in the Forest of Dene. The book also includes genealogy from William Baynham who was transported to the colonies in 1718 through the present Baynhams of South Carolina. The book is available through Barns and Nobles and Books A Million, Internet service. If you are interested, pull up either store on your Internet service and type in the author spot - Nancy Fulmer Baynham. I also have a complete genealogy chart of all South Carolina Baynhams plus the lineage back to the William Baynham of 1718. This chart which is 52 pages long is available from me at cost ($6.00 including mailing). I have been researching Baynham history for about 25 years and find it very fascinating. Nancy Fulmer Baynham Aiken, SC USA |
| With regards to my search for the MEEK family in East Dean. I would be grateful for any information regarding BILSON GREEN, East Dean. This was my Great Grandfthers residence. Also, I am looking for an EMILY MEEK,previously Emily BENNETT, born around the 1880`s. Married to JAMES MEEK, around 1895-1904 in East Dean. Many Thanks. Damian Morgan Mid Glamorgan, Wales |
| Can anyone provide information or a photo of Rudge House, Weston-under-Penyard. One Ambrose Everard is said to have lived there starting 1864-65. He is related to by way of his wife who surname is Dyke. His wife's sister Sophia Dyke married Samuel Henry Facey of Abergavenny. Thanks! Paul William Facey Bothwell Troy, New York USA |
| my grandfather was a deane,i wonder if his family came from that area,he was a pit sawery. be glad of any information christine corke high wycombe , bucks england |
| I am aware of Stinchcombes living in Stinchcomb Parish and surrounding areas, but I am curious as to whether a Stinchcomb ever lived at Piers/Peers Court in Stinchcombe or at Stinchcombe Manor in Stinchcombe. My feeling is that the name is so very old that their holdings were taken from them or they lost them in some way long, long centuries ago. So long ago that the loss predates the Doomsday Book. Berkely Castle or Manor is also there at Stinchcombe, but what could be origin of the Manor be? It was not originally built for the Berkely family line. Who built it? The same questions for Owlpen Manor. Your attention to these questions is greatly appreciated. Lynne Stinchcomb Pollingue Montgomery, Alabama United States |
| looking for anything in the watkins family. john watkins apo, ae germany |
| I am researching the surname SHAPCOTT, members of this family lived in the Newent, Forest of Dean, Gloucester area. Anyone who has any information or connections with the Shapcott family please could you contact me. Louise.Shapcott**btinternet.com Louise Shapcott Caldicot, Monmouthshire Wales |
| Searching for Tylers who may have lived in this area about 1800 and moved to Bisley/Stroud. Graham Tyler Newcastle, England |
| I'm looking for info of the Merry family of Gloucestershire of the 16th century Ryan E. Merry Caldwell, Oh USA |
| BEN DEAN, GREAT GRAND FATHER BORN IN KENTUCKY SOMETIME AROUND 1850'S CLIFFORD DEAN NITRO, WV KANAWHA |
| I found this very intersting. I liked the J.R.Watkins story.I am descended from Joseph Watkins and Phoebe Palmer. Their son Joseph Henry Watkins married Sarah David(1824 Fayette County,PA). Their son, Joseph Palmer Watkins b.Oct 5, 1830. Later moved to Shelby County,Ohio. Miri Shafer Zanesfield, Logan ct, OH USA |
| Searching for family of William EVANS b. 1838 West Bicknor, married Mary (possibly Morgan)b. 1848 East Dean. On the 1881 census they were living at Hausley, Lydbrook. His occupation was a Collier. Their children were William John b. 1872, Morgan Sid b. 1880 (family legend has it he went on to be headmaster of Cinderford school - can anyone comment?),Joyce b approx 1892,Charles James b. 1874(my g-grandfather), Lewis b. 1883, Millicent M. b. 1876,and Frank b. 1875. Charles James and William John moved to Yorkshire between 1891 and 1897 to work in coal mines. Has anyone got a connection? Best wishes Janet Ford Janet Ford Sheffield, S. Yorks England |
| Hello, Interestested in the following names:- Richard Baker married Sarah Green (mid 1880 to earley 1900) Children William Henry, Sidney, Frank( Born 1888 onwards) Samuel Woolford married Emma Harper(1860 onwards) Children:,Tom,Henry,Rhoda,Nora, Susan Susan Woolford married William Henry Baker my paternal grandparents. They all lived in the Cinderford, Littledean,Awre and Newnham areas. Any help appreciated. Linda Weatherley Linda Weatherley(Nee Baker) Cinderford, Gloucestershire England |
| I am trying to find out any information about my great great grandmother and her family. She was born in the 1800's and her name is SOPHIA TRIGG (nee BALDWIN) of RURADEAN. I know that her first husband TRIGG died and she remarried a man named CHIVERS. They owned a shop in Hart Lane (now Street) in Ruradean. If anyone out there has information on any Trigg from Ruradean, I would be most grateful. Nikki Sheppard Bath, Somerset England |
| I am seeking a Susan WILCE who has a twin sister Jane there father is Donald and they lived in Woodside AVE CINDERFORD if any person knows of her whereabouts could you give her this message William Skyner Auckland, New Zealand |
| I have just started a BEDDIS family tree web site at www.beddis.org.uk It is still in its infancy, but is fully indexed Roy Beddis Roy Beddis UK |
| I'm thinking of doing a familly tree. My great grandfather John Worgan came from Yorkshire in about 1870's to NZ he was a coalminer here so might have been over there.So love to hear from anyone who might have any conection. Thanks. Derious Worgan Darfield, Canterbury New Zealand |
| would like any info. on family names Boey,Marfleet,Brobin(Brobyn?)in the Cinderford area,Forest of Dean Andrew Hendy Bristol, England |
| Does anyone know anything about a place called sutton bottom littledean . I am trying to find out about the area my husbands family originate from Thank you karen bowdler Exeter, Devon England |
| Would like to hear from anyone researching the following: PHIPPS 1815-1825 Blakeney VIRGO 1733-1916 from Blakeney, Whitecroft, Pillowell MORGAN 1861-1896 from Parkend Diane Scanlon Esperance, West Australia Australia |
| With regards to an earlier message I posted on this page,I have more details that I am looking for.My Great Grandfather,FRANCIS HENRY GEORGE MEEK,born in East Dean,1904.His father was JAMES MEEK,not Thomas Meek,as I originally thought.He was married to EMILY MEEK.I think that James had a brother called THOMAS MEEK. I would also like to trace A LAVINIA MEEK,who witnessed the marriage of FRANCIS MEEK,back in 1927.The Meek family,who were all Miners,lived in a big house way out in the FOREST, miles from anywhere.There were alot of people living in the house at that time.They moved down to Caerau,South Wales back in 1911,when my great granfather was 7 years old.Apparently,JAMESand EMILY MEEK moved back to NAILSEA,BRISTOL,later in life. I would appreciate any information however little. Many Thanks. Damian Morgan Wales |